Why clean gutters matter in Southern California
Los Angeles doesn't get rain often — but when it does, it can arrive all at once. Gutters packed with leaves, pine needles, seed pods, roofing granules and wind-blown dust can't handle a heavy winter storm. Water spills over the edge, soaks fascia boards, stains stucco, pools against the foundation and can find its way into the attic or crawl space. Water damage is expensive to fix and can lead to mold and other hazardous conditions inside your home.
Dry debris in gutters is also a fire concern during Santa Ana wind season, when embers can travel far ahead of a wildfire. Keeping roofs and gutters clear of dry leaves and needles is a common wildfire-preparedness recommendation for California homeowners.
What's included
- Hand removal of leaves, needles, granules, sludge and nests from all gutters.
- Flushing of every downspout and clearing of clogs and elbows.
- Check of gutter slope, hangers, seams and end caps — we'll tell you about leaks or sagging.
- Debris bagged and hauled away; walls, windows and walkways rinsed clean.
- Before-and-after photos of the gutters, so you can see the work you can't see from the ground.
How we clean gutters
- Safe setupLadders are placed with stabilizers so they never rest on the gutters, and we protect plants and walkways below.
- Debris removalGutters are cleared by hand and scoop, section by section.
- Flush & testWe run water through every run and downspout to confirm everything drains properly.
- Clean-upWe bag debris, rinse splatter off the house and leave the yard as tidy as we found it.
Popular add-ons
| Add-on | What it does |
|---|---|
| Gutter face brightening | Removes black streaks and oxidation from the outside of gutters |
| Roof debris blow-off | Clears valleys and flat sections so debris doesn't refill gutters |
| Roof soft wash | Removes algae and lichen while we're already set up |
| House wash | Cleans walls and eaves stained by overflowing gutters |
Best time to book: September through November, before the first winter storms. Spring cleanings are great for homes under trees that drop seeds and blossoms.
Gutter cleaning prices
Gutter cleaning starts at $149 for a typical single-story home. Price depends on the linear footage of gutters, number of stories, roof access and how full the gutters are. Use the pricing calculator or request a free quote.
