There are a few different ways to tell if your gutters need to be cleaned but before we jump into that, we do recommend most homeowners in Des Moines, Iowa get there gutters cleaned between 1-3 times per year depending on your specific situation. If you live in Beaverdale and you are surrounded by mature trees, you may need to get your gutters cleaned a few times per year! If you live in a new construction home in Ankeny, you may not need your gutters cleaned at all. Every home has different needs!
The first and most obvious way would be to bust out the ladder from your garage or shed and climb up to the roof and do an inspection yourself if you are capable. If you decide to do this on your own, please proceed with caution. If that is not an option for you, don’t worry, there are other ways to know they need cleaned!
Does water spill over the gutters when it rains? Your gutters need to be cleaned. Is water leaking from underneath the gutters in spots? If so, you likely need to clean the gutters and then do some minor repair or replacement. Is there plant life visibly growing out of the gutters? You should have cleaned them a long time ago! Still not sure if they need cleaned? That is OK! The last, and easiest thing you can do to know if your gutters need cleaned is to call us at CJ’s Window Cleaning Services and have one of our professional and friendly technicians do a free gutter cleaning inspection for you. Consultation is always free and if your gutters do not need cleaned, we will gladly let you know that you are all set, and be on our way! When we clean your gutters, we typically hand clean out the gutters to remove any debris, and then we flush out any downspouts that may be clogged to make sure that they are draining properly. Don’t forget that downspouts can sometimes be clogged in the middle where debris is not visible and making sure they are working properly is just as important as the gutters. Cleaning gutters properly can be dirty, time consuming, and sometimes dangerous. Please let the professionals keep your home safe of water damage this fall, with our professional gutter cleaning, located in Des Moines, Iowa.
