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Gutter Cleaning

Gutter Cleaning London

Our gutters are often forgotten and neglected, however having blocked gutters can lead to serious problems and much expense

Blocked gutters inevitably lead to blocked drains and hefty bills.
Plumar is a reputable, leading drainage company with years of experience in drainage services.
Our range of services covers gutter and drain cleaning, drain unblocking, and drain survey work.
Dirty gutters can lead to serious leaks and water damage.
Our modern machinery removes all water, mud, plants, and debris that accumulate within the gutters.
We also clean the lower level drains, ensuring clean gutters and drains and no blockages.

Gutter Cleaning

The Importance of Regular Gutter Cleaning

Preventing Water Damage

Clogged gutters can cause water to overflow and accumulate around your foundation. This can lead to cracks, leaks, and even structural damage over time. Regular cleaning ensures that water flows freely through the gutters and away from your home.

Preserving Landscaping

When gutters are clogged, water can spill over and damage your landscaping. Soil erosion and plant damage can occur, impacting the aesthetics and health of your outdoor spaces.

Preventing Pest Infestations

Clogged gutters create an ideal breeding ground for insects, rodents, and even birds. Regular cleaning helps eliminate these environments, reducing the risk of infestations around your home.

Signs Your Gutters Need Cleaning

Overflowing Gutters

Clogged gutters can cause water to overflow and accumulate around your foundation. This can lead to cracks, leaks, and even structural damage over time. Regular cleaning ensures that water flows freely through the gutters and away from your home.

Sagging Gutters

Excess weight from debris can cause gutters to sag or even detach from the house, posing a danger and requiring immediate attention.

 

Plant Growth

If you see plants or weeds growing in your gutters, it’s a sign that debris has accumulated, providing a medium for plant growth.

 

Gutter Cleaning Process

Our experienced workers know the procedures and the correct specialist tools and equipment that are needed to get the dirty gutters and drains clean with ease.
Using specific ladders, trowels and power washers, makes the job go efficiently and smoothly.

Thorough Inspection

We begin with a detailed examination of your gutters to identify areas that need special attention and determine the extent of cleaning required.

Flushing and Cleaning

Using specialized tools and techniques, we remove leaves, twigs, dirt, and any other debris from your gutters, downspouts, and roof. We flush the gutters with water to ensure complete cleanliness and test the downspouts for proper water flow.

Minor Repairs

If rainwater penetrates your roof it can lead to floods, water damage and more serious problems like: roof damage, roof rot, foundation problems and damage to the roof structure.
During cleaning of the gutters, any minor damage should be repaired, such as small holes and rust, to prevent future problems