New England Gutter Cleaning
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Gutter Cleaning FAQ

What is the purpose of gutters?
Gutters and downspouts prevent water that falls on the roof from dripping down the sides of the house and collecting near the foundation. They also prevent water from sheeting off the roof and falling directly onto people in entrances, driveways, and walkways.

How do gutters get clogged?
Debris which lands on the roof may accumulate in gutters, eventually obstructing water drainage. Leaves are a major source of debris, as well as pine needles, seeds, and small branches. If birds perch on the roof, then their dung may add to the accumulated debris.

What happens when gutters get clogged?
If the drainage function of gutters is compromised, water will spill over and drip down the sides of the house. Eventually, this may damage the siding, windows, and doors; and compromise the building seals that keep your house watertight, resulting in water leaks.

How often should gutters be cleaned?
This varies, depending on the environment. Generally, it’s a good idea to have gutters checked and cleaned once a year. In houses surrounded by trees, it may be necessary to clean out gutters twice a year: in the autumn, after the leaves fall; and in the spring, to clear out dead twigs and seeds that accumulate at the beginning of the growing season.

How much does it cost to have gutters cleaned?
Our rates are very reasonable, and start at $75 for an average size, one-story house. Rates will be correspondingly higher for larger houses, higher houses, and situations where access to the gutters is difficult. If your house is unusual, we will gladly furnish you an estimate.

Can you determine if my gutters are damaged?
While cleaning the gutters, we’ll inspect them and report any damage we find, or wear that will soon require attention. If minor repairs are required, we usually can take care of it. If more extensive work is needed, we can refer you to someone who specializes in those repairs, or give you a report of the problem which you can pass on to whoever handles your house repairs.

Do I need to be home when my gutters are cleaned?
No. We bring our own ladders to the job and ordinarily do not need to enter the house.

How do I pay for gutter cleaning services?
Payment may be made by cash at the time of service; or my check, MasterCard, or Visa either before or at the time of service.

In what areas does New England Gutter Cleaning provide services?
Our home office is in the North Shore area of Massachusetts, where we provide frequent services in towns that include Saugus, Lynnfield, Marblehead, Salem, Peabody, Danvers, Beverly, and surrounding communities. We also provide services in the greater Boston area and in western Massachusetts; and, we periodically send our trucks out to other areas in New England.

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