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Gutter Cleaning around Portland Oregon

A little ol' gutter muffin keeping the downspout clear
Photo by Brad Lewis

Gutter cleaning is a necessity for most houses. It keeps the water traveling down the downspouts and into drains or yards instead of overflowing the sides.

Overflowing gutters are a nuisance and can increase maintenance on a house. Gutters over the entry way or deck may overflow in sheets onto the path and people walking below. Water falling over the gutter edge splashes onto siding and windows getting them dirty. When the wind blows, the falling water may dampen the side of the house.

If gutters are left full for too long, plants may begin growing in them.

This valley blocks and / or slows water from getting off the roof
Photo by Brad Lewis

The valleys above the gutters should be kept clear of debris to allow water to flow off the roof quickly.

There are many options for keeping the water flowing down the downspouts. First, the downspouts will need to be unplugged and usually the gutters cleaned too. Next come the options for preventing downspouts from being clogged. Each option will be described in detail when you follow the links. First, gutter filters are a common solution. They allow rainwater into the gutter and keep debris out. Second, little "gutter muffins" can be installed cheaply. Third, even better downspout strainers can be installed to keep material from plugging the downspout. Fourth, an enlarged downspout that resists plugging can replace an existing one. Fifth, backed up drains can be unplugged to allow water to flow down the spouts again. And lastly, a combination of the above may be used.

Please visit each of the links to learn more about the solution that is right for you. Feel free to call me too if you would like to discuss your home maintenance needs in person.

Gutters falling off because of: improper slope, not being cleaned and nails have pulled out of rotten wood.
Photo by Brad Lewis