Gutter Cleaning Service, Maintenance. Islip, NY
Gutter and downspout cleaning is a necessary job that is unfortunately put off by many homeowners and commercial properties. This is possibly because it is an inherently dangerous task which is why we advise using a professional service for your own safety.
Signs that your gutter system is blocked may be animals or insects nesting in the guttering, moss or plants growing in or underneath the downspout and stains on the siding of your structure. We use state of the art carbon fibre telescopic poles with gutter vacuum and high pressure washers with many different end connectors to reach all areas of the gutter system and clean thoroughly. This also enables us to clean safely and efficiently from the ground. Occasionally there is a blockage that our vacuum can not remove and we will use full length ladders to manually remove the obstruction. 
Our specially trained teams aim to have your gutters cleaned in 30 - 90 minutes depending on the size of your property. They will also advise you of any leaks or damage that needs to be repaired and give you the best advice on how it can be done.
Gutters Can become clogged with debris, leaves, twigs, moss and bird guano so we recommend cleaning them regularly to avoid bigger problems in the future. Cleaning your rain gutters should be done at least twice a year. Once in late fall to remove leaves and debris accumulated during the warmer summer months, then once again in early spring before the heavy summer rains. If you have pine needle trees near your home or building you should clean your gutters at least every three months. 
There are many components in the system so here are the meanings of a few common names to help you identify them on your building.
Pipe Cleats. These are usually made of metal and are simple clips that fasten the downspouts to the wall. Ferrule. The ferrule is the most common way your gutter sections are held to the fascia board. Hidden Hangers. These are much the same as a Ferrule but they are located inside the gutter which means they are not visible from the ground. Downspout. A downspout is the pipe that channels water from the gutter to the ground to a safe area away from your foundations to drain. Elbow Elbows are bent metal pipe used to navigate bends, around or under parts of your roof. Sectional Gutters. This is where you have many parts or sections of guttering that are joined together to make up your system. It is the most common type. These are less expensive but more costly to maintain. Seamless Gutters. One single piece of guttering that is measured and cut to length to fit your property. It is more expensive to install but less costly to maintain. Miter. This is a join, usually on a 90 degree turn at corners in your guttering system. 
Downspouts of your gutter system are often overlooked by less professional services. We make sure that every single part of your gutter network is clear and open for optimum water flow.
Waiting to spot a problem with your guttering system normally means it's too late but if you notice any of the signs we mentioned indicating your gutters need attention then please don’t delay calling us. Correctly installed gutters are slanted slightly towards the downspout. Blockages can leave your gutters sagging and prevent water reaching the downspout. This could cause your gutters to overflow causing more serious problems like water damage to the interior and exterior walls, leaky roof, damp basements and mold and fungus growth. All of these are possible. The leakages could potentially damage the structural Foundation of your home and mold or fungus growth may become detrimental to your family's and occupants health. All could cost you a lot more money in the future. 
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The average two storey home in the United States is 20-ft tall, while two storey commercial buildings are approximately 30 feet tall. This makes gutter cleaning a possibly dangerous task. With this in mind we have a dedicated health and safety officer on each team to ensure all work is carried out safely and efficiently. We clean your rain gutters using the most appropriate method for each individual property. This might be from the ground using a ladder less system of telescopic wet and dry vacuum poles with multiple end attachments or using a ladder and removing the debris by hand. The safest gutter cleaning method is always from the ground. Our cleaning technicians always start at the downspout end and clean away from it to ensure no further debris is sent into the downspout. A gutter cleaning machine or robot may do a good job most of the time but our technicians will make sure it is a perfect job every time. In some cases where you have excessive mold build up, our technicians might advise the use of vinegar to remove it. This is a natural acid that effectively removes 82% of mold. Maintaining your gutters will keep your home and structures safe and save you money in the long run. 
Residential Properties
Your home is your pride and enjoy and undoubtedly special to you and your family. We will make every effort to ensure your safety and comfort while attending to the cleaning of the gutter system. Our friendly team leader will be on hand to answer any of your questions or address concerns you may have during the cleaning process. 1-story homes of approximately 1500 square feet normally have around 150ft of guttering system. This would normally cost around $70 for a cleaning service without any damages to repair and could run up to $200 if the gutters were in excessively poor condition. 2-story homes of approximately 2500 square feet would have around 200 feet of guttering system and you could expect to pay $95 for a simple cleaning service or up to you $300 should your guttering system need extra attention. 3-story homes Will normally have 300 feet of guttering system and a minimum cleaning cost for this would be approximately $140. This may be considerably higher up to to $350 should the gutter system need a more intense cleaning. Commercial Properties We clean commercial properties in much the same manner as residential properties just on a larger scale. We may use a larger team depending on the size of your structure and possibly employ larger and more aggressive cleaning methods such as high pressure washers. Health and safety are a number one priority in gutter cleaning therefore we will have a dedicated health and safety officer on each team to ensure the job is carried out as efficiently and safely as possible. The cost of cleaning guttering systems in a commercial property vary greatly depending on the structure. A rough guide would be from $0.50 - $1.50 per square foot. Please call us now to get your free quote. 
Your roof and the gutter system are working together so of course we take care of both. Your roofing tiles can fall victim to similar problems as your gutters. Moss build up will slow the rain water as it tries to head down to your gutters and this will increase risk of leaks and water damage. Check our services page to book your roof cleaning.
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