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Debris and dirt get into the gutter from various sources. You merely can’t stop all of it, even if you install gutter guards or covers. However, depending upon exactly what’s around you the debris can be different. Trees are the worst culprits for soiling up your gutters, due to the fact that the leaves and sticks can cause big clogs and make a mess. Often, they will even release their seeds, which land in the dirt in gutters and begin to grow.

Homes with 3 or more trees and tall bushes nearby will need more frequent gutter cleaning. You might have to do it as often as 4 times a year, or once every 3 months. If you see any noticeable blockages in the gutters or discover any leakages from a blockage, it’s a great idea to clean those out as quickly as possible to prevent any problems later down the road.

Besides locations with excessive numbers of trees, houses that are surrounded by a great deal of dust will also require semi-frequent gutter cleaning. Dust develops a layer on the bottom of the guttering that can become heavy and might increase the variety of leakages and cracks in the system. Silt and dirt being in the gutters shouldn’t be left long, so you have to climb up and inspect the system 2-4 times a year.

The average house that does not meet these conditions will usually require gutter cleaning twice per year, and potentially some area cleaning if there’s a leakage or clog found in between cleansing.