Gutter Cleaning and Gutter Repair

We provide the finest gutter repair and gutter cleaning Pittsburgh has ever seen.

When considering gutter cleaning and gutter repair, lots of people make the mistake of taking on the project themselves.  According to ISHN.com and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, “…every year 500,000 people are treated for ladder-related injuries and approximately 300 of these incidents prove to be fatal.”  Don’t become another statistic! Your safety is of the utmost importance, so let us do the hard work for you! Call today for proper gutter cleaning, gutter repair, and box gutter repair Pittsburgh homeowners can rely on!

Many wonder why it is necessary to keep up with routine gutter maintenance.  What exactly are the side effects of not keeping up with these systems? Oftentimes, homeowners don’t recognize this necessity, and gutters and downspouts become neglected in the general upkeep of a home.  They don’t realize that proper rainfall runoff is one of the most vital parts to taking care of your home because they don’t understand what damage it can do.  

The main function of your gutters is to collect water and ferry it away from your home’s foundation.  If your gutters and downspouts aren’t properly cleaned and unclogged, water runoff can’t properly drain and starts overflowing from your gutters onto the ground.  The excess water gathering around your foundation is also at risk for flooding your basement, which can damage household items as well as grow mold.

However, if your basement is air tight and the water doesn’t get in, it may still gather around the base of your home, causing surrounding soil to soften and creating cracks in the foundation.  And if the temperature outside is cold and the water freezes, it not only causes cracks, but can cause heaving as well.

Foundation issues are only one of the problems that unclear gutters cause (but certainly can be the most expensive).  Sometimes, however, the influx of water doesn’t fall down and gather at the base of your home – sometimes it continuously gathers near your roof.  This puts your roof at risk for water damage and potential leaks.  

Increased stagnant water is also highly attractive to insects, making your home a prime target for unwanted pests.  Additionally, all of the built up water can lead to wood rot in your home – which is not only damaging to your home’s structure, but also creates a feast for these uninvited guests.