Clear gutters,
before the freeze.
We clear the clogs, flush the downspouts, and check the whole system, so an autumn full of leaves does not become a winter full of ice. Then we tell you how to stop doing it every year.
Most New Hampshire homes need their gutters cleared twice a year, in late spring and again in late fall once the leaves are down. Homes under pines need more, because pine needles fall all year. A clogged gutter overflows onto the fascia and the foundation, and in winter it freezes into ice dams that pull the gutter right off the house.
We hand-clear the debris, flush the downspouts, and check the whole system while we are up there. Cleaning is priced by the size of the home and the number of stories, and you get a firm price at the free estimate.
What a cleaning actually includes
A real cleaning is more than scooping the top. If a downspout is still clogged when we leave, the gutter still overflows, so we do the whole job.
- Hand-clear the gutters of leaves, needles, grit, and shingle debris, top to bottom.
- Flush every downspout and clear any blockage so the whole run drains.
- Bag and haul off what comes out, we do not leave it in your beds.
- Check the system for sags, leaks, loose hangers, and pulling fascia.
- Tell you what we found, so a small repair now does not become a big one later.
When to clean, in New England
| Your situation | How often |
|---|---|
| Few trees near the house | Twice a year, spring and fall |
| Lots of leaves, mature trees close by | Twice a year, plus a check after leaf drop |
| Pines overhead | Fall clearing plus a mid-season check, needles fall all year |
| Micro-mesh gutter guards installed | Rarely, an occasional glance is enough |
Signs your gutters are overdue
You do not always have to get on a ladder to know. A few of these from the ground mean it is time.
- Water sheeting over the front in a rain, instead of draining to the downspouts.
- Plants or grass growing in the gutter, a sure sign of packed debris and soil.
- Sagging or a visible line of dirt where a full gutter has pulled down.
- Stripes or streaks on the fascia and siding below the gutter.
- Birds or pests working the gutter line, they are after the debris.
Why the clog matters here
In a lot of the country a clogged gutter is a nuisance. In New Hampshire it is a winter problem. Water that cannot drain sits in the gutter and freezes, and that ice builds into a dam at the roof edge that forces meltwater back under the shingles and pulls the loaded gutter away from the fascia. Clearing the gutters in the fall is the cheapest insurance against a much bigger repair in February.
| The clog causes | Which turns into |
|---|---|
| Overflow down the fascia | Peeling paint and wood rot behind the gutter |
| Water at the foundation | A damp basement and eroded soil |
| Standing water in winter | Ice dams and a gutter pulled off the house |
| Weight of packed debris | Sagging runs and loose hangers |
The way off the ladder
If you are tired of paying for a cleaning twice a year, micro-mesh gutter guards are the honest fix. Water pours through the mesh while leaves and pine needles stay out, so debris never settles in the gutter, and they turn the yearly climb into an occasional look. We will clear what is there now, then cap it so it stays clear.
What it costs
Cleaning is priced by the size of the home and the number of stories, so a single-story ranch costs less than a large two-story with a lot of roofline. We give you a firm price up front, and we will also quote guards side by side so you can see the point where guards cost less than years of cleanings.
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Size of the home | More roofline is more gutter to clear, the main driver. |
| Number of stories | Second-story work takes more setup and time. |
| Tree cover | Heavy leaf or pine load means more to haul out. |
| How overdue it is | A gutter left for years can take a full clear-out and a flush. |
| Cleaning vs. guards | Two cleanings a year add up, guards end most of them. |
Cleaning and maintenance questions.
How often should I clean my gutters in New Hampshire?+
Twice a year for most homes, in late spring and again in late fall after the leaves are down. If you have pines or a lot of trees close to the house, you may need a fall clearing plus a mid-season check, because pine needles fall all year. Homes with gutter guards need far less.
What does a gutter cleaning include?+
We hand-clear the leaves and debris from the gutters, flush the downspouts to make sure they run, and bag or haul off what comes out. While we are up there we check the whole system for sags, leaks, and loose hangers, and tell you about anything that needs a repair before it becomes one.
Why do clogged gutters matter?+
A clogged gutter overflows, and that water goes where you do not want it, down the fascia, against the foundation, and into the basement. In winter it holds meltwater that freezes into ice dams and pulls the gutter off the house. Clearing them is the cheapest way to avoid all of that.
How much does gutter cleaning cost?+
Cleaning is priced by the size of the home and the number of stories, so a single-story ranch costs less than a large two-story with a lot of roofline. We give you a firm price up front at the free estimate. If you are tired of paying for it, we will also price gutter guards that mostly end the cleanings.
Can I stop cleaning my gutters for good?+
Mostly, yes, with micro-mesh gutter guards. Water pours straight through the mesh while leaves and pine needles stay on top and blow away, so debris never sits in the gutter. That turns the yearly cleaning into an occasional glance. It is the one real way off the ladder.
Last updated August 30, 2026
Pairs well with.
Beat the first hard freeze.
Get on the fall schedule now, and we will clear the gutters and check the whole system before winter sets in.