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You’ve probably heard it a hundred times: “Clean your gutters twice a year!” But is that always necessary? Or is it one of those things homeowners get pushed into, whether they need it or not? Let’s cut the fluff and break down when gutter cleaning is **actually** essential—and when it’s okay to skip it.

The Gutter Health Checklist

Before you book anything, here’s a quick checklist. If any of these apply, you likely need a cleaning now:

- You’ve noticed water spilling over the sides of your gutters during rain.
- There are visible plants, moss, or sludge growing inside your gutters.
- You have trees that drop leaves or seeds near your home.
- You can see staining on your siding near the roofline.
- You haven’t had a cleaning in over 12 months.
- You’re seeing icicles form along the edge of your roof in winter.

If you nodded yes to any of those, gutter cleaning should probably be on your to-do list. But if none of that sounds familiar? You might be okay for a little while longer. Let’s dig deeper.

Homes That Might Not Need It (Yet)

We’re in the business of cleaning gutters, so you’d think we’d always say yes. But the truth? Some homes are just less vulnerable than others. For example:

- New builds with modern gutter guards
- Homes with no overhanging trees and minimal debris
- Recently cleaned systems that have been professionally flushed
- Areas with light rainfall or long dry seasons

If that’s you, congrats. You may not need a clean right now. But make no mistake—gutters still need *checking*. Think of it like a dental cleaning. Skipping one doesn’t mean disaster... but forget about it too long, and decay starts creeping in silently.

What Happens If You Wait Too Long?

The biggest issue with neglect is that you won’t notice anything wrong—until it’s expensive. Overflowing water doesn’t yell. It seeps.

Here’s what we’ve seen happen:

- Rotting wood under the roof edge
- Water pooling at the base of the foundation
- Cracked foundation walls
- Interior leaks during spring thaw
- Sudden mold appearing behind drywall

These aren’t scare tactics—they’re just the realities we see on the job, especially after long winters or wild weather swings in Quebec.

Still Not Sure?

This is where we like to flip the script. Instead of pressuring you to book a service, we offer something different: a **free Gutter Quick Check-Up**. No ladders, no hard sell. One of our techs walks your property, checks visible problem points, and gives you an honest, written assessment.

If your gutters are fine? We’ll say so. If there’s a risk worth tackling now? You’ll get the info—with photos if needed.

We’d rather build relationships than rush jobs.

So... Do You Need to Clean Your Gutters?

Maybe. Maybe not. But wouldn’t it feel good to know for sure?

We’re here when you’re ready. Rain or shine.