GUTTER CLEANING SERVICES AND ADVICE
There are plenty of superb drainage products on offer these days.
However, to ensure that your gutter systems for rainwater continue to perform to
their full potential, it’s vital that you take care of them.
As part of this, you’ll need to ensure that your gutters
remain clear of debris...
Safety first
We always pay attention to safety when we’re performing this
task. After all, the chances are we’ll be working high above the
ground, and so any slips, trips or falls could be disastrous.
To minimise risk, make sure you choose a service provider, like www.shiningwindows.co.uk If you can reach all the relevant areas using a stepladder, do so as
these items are easier to balance on.
Never overextend yourself when you’re cleaning as this can
cause you to overbalance. Even though it takes time, make sure you
always shift your ladder to the most suitable spot.
We wear gloves to protect ourselves whlst working with rough surfaces, safety equipment to ensure that equipment we're working with is secure and safe to use.
Photos and Video
We provide photos and video footage of your gutter systems, before and after services are complete. You can be assured that by choosing to have a survey completed, we would save you money compared to the cost of cleaning services.
Clean Environment and Service
The most straightforward way to clear gutters is to scoop
the debris out. Simply throw the material down to the ground, where you
can pick it up later. In most cases, a small shovel can help to make the
task quicker, but take care not to damage your guttering. However, we use a stable ladder grip for supporting equipment to carry gutter debris whilst we work. This helps us provide a cleaner and respectable service, theres nothing worse than a cleaner spreading dirt around other areas of your property. In any event, we always ensure to keep your environment clean
The Water Test
We always run water through your gutters
after clearing them to check that they aren’t backing up, we also check for leaks and inform you if maintanence is required, in most circumstances a slight adjustment to a seal or joint will be safice, of course we don't charge for small adjustments like this, we class it as a customer service.
Little and Often
The best approach to gutter cleaning is to do a little bit
on a regular basis, rather than leaving problems to build up for many years. By conducting regular maintenance with Shining Windows, you can make sure
the task is never too dirty or difficult and you can ensure that your gutter rainwater system is always functioning efficiently. Preventing risk of downpips and underground waste systems from blocking and potentially causing unnecessary future expenses.
Prevention is better than cure
If you tend to get a lot of leaves in your gutters, it’s
worth considering adding gutter guards and mesh coverings to the pipes and gutter runs. This will help to
keep unwanted detritus out of your gutters and make your life easier in
the long term. Bear in mind that if you only have problems with leaves
on one side of your property, you only need to install the mesh there.
This can save you time and money.
By following tips like these, you should be able to keep your gutters in tiptop condition year-round.
Contact Matthew or Cass today for a friendly chat
We welcome enquiries from 07:00 to 21:00, 7 days a week
01908 387243 or 07849 011174