The first question you should ask your gutter cleaner: “Do you vacuum clean the gutters or just blow the leaves around”. There isn’t a set rate card to answer the question ‘how much does it cost to clean the gutters’?
As you can imagine there are many factors which need to be considered. Each house and job is different, and will require a different level of time investment and expertise which will determine the gutter cleaning price. Check out what can impact the cost and what goes into a quote.
Firstly, What Do Gutter Cleaners Actually Do?
Over our many years of experience, Global Vac has found that it’s extremely important that a vacuum cleaner is used to clean your gutters, valleys and down-pipes as well as drains, instead of just blowing the debris all over your driveway, pathways, or yard below. On top of just cleaning out the gutters, there are a few other tasks involved like clearing the roof and gutters of debris, using a high pressure cleaning equipment if needed, to prevent anything from washing off of the roof and into the gutters as soon as we leave. We will also flush out the downpipes to check for drainage problems, and provide a roof condition report. This report includes recommendations for further maintenance, as well as before the and after photographs illustrating the work undertaken. Also if the ceiling cavity is needing a clean due to any water and debris leaking inside, that service can also be provided. Often it is necessary to seal the inside of the roof to prevent leakages and ensure proper drainage too. Your gutter expert will be able to discuss further.
What Can Affect the Cost?
Each job will have unique challenges for the service provider. Obviously things like the size of the roof and guttering length will determine how much time will be taken on site. The larger the roof area, the more meterage of guttering will need to be cleaned. Also if it is a multi-story building it will change the scope of the job.
Even if the building only has one level that has guttering, it can increase the time and types of tools required. Anything higher than 2 stories may need a scissor lift and extra safety equipment.
The price will also depend on how full of debris the gutters are. If they have accumulated an excessive amount of dirt and debris, it’ll take longer than usual to be cleaned. (It is recommended gutters be cleaned 2-4 times a year to keep them from getting clogged.)
If you have gutter guards installed, they will have to be removed and then need to be put back and properly fastened into place. Even though gutter guards are there to stop leaves from
making a mess in the gutters, they still need to be removed for a proper clean. Removing and installing them can add significant time and effort to the cleaning process.
Safety is paramount, so if there is a high pitched roof it can make it more of a dangerous job and the contractors may need a safety harness. If the condition of the roof is poor, or the roof is wet, this can also add to the price as the team will need to take extra safety precautions and more time at the job, and potentially extra equipment like a scissor lift.
Why is this quote so cheap?
Getting your gutters cleaned by a family member, gardener or handyman without the proper equipment can not only take a lot longer, it is also dangerous for the unqualified and inexperienced people who attempt. A professional company will be properly insured, and will use properly trained workers which will comply with all the safety standards. If someone offers a very low price, you may be inclined to ask for proof of insurance, to make sure they are experienced, insured and qualified for the job.
It’s best to get a professional team with years of experience who don’t cut corners. Make sure you check what equipment they use. A gold coast gutter cleaning specialist will have a commercial grade gutter vacuum system that will not leave behind any mess. Amateurs may be doing the job standing on a ladder with a bucket, scraping the debris out of the gutters as they go. Also, your roof drainage is too important to leave to just anyone- an expert will let you know of any problems with your roof before they get out of hand.
Want to know more?
When you are choosing your gutter expert look for things like no call-out fees and fixed flat rates, so you know exactly what it will cost- with no surprises. Also ensure the company you go with are qualified, insured and experienced and have a 100% quality workmanship guarantee. As you can imagine there is a lot to consider for a gutter cleaning company before they can give a definite quote. A ballpark figure is between $300 and $500, however you are best to call or email the team at Global Vac for an obligation free quote tailored for your home or office.
