Signs your gutters need cleaning
- Water overflowing the edge during rain instead of running through the downspout — the clearest sign something's blocked
- Plants or weeds growing in the gutter itself: enough decayed debris builds up that seeds actually take root up there
- Sagging or pulling away from the roofline: trapped water and debris add real weight over time
- More birds, mosquitoes, or pests hanging around the roofline than usual — standing debris and water attract them
Best for homeowners who
Have trees near the roofline, haven't had the gutters checked in a year or more, or just noticed water doing something it shouldn't during the last storm. Even a healthy-looking system collects roof grit and debris that doesn't show itself until the next heavy rain.
What a full-service cleaning actually includes
A lot of "gutter cleaning" out there is a leaf blower pass from the ground and a truck pulling away ten minutes later. That's not what you're paying for here. A proper visit means:
- Hand-clearing debris from the gutters — not just blowing the surface leaves off and calling it done
- Flushing the downspouts with water to confirm they're actually running clear, not just assumed clear
- A real inspection while I'm up there — loose or missing hangers, sagging sections, seam leaks, rust, or fascia damage all get flagged
- Re-securing loose hangers on the spot where I can, instead of turning it into a second appointment
- Hauling the debris away — not dumping it in your flower beds or leaving bags on the lawn
Why not just do it yourself?
Plenty of homeowners do, and a single-story home with easy roof access is a reasonable DIY job. But it's worth being honest about the numbers: ladder-related injuries send roughly 500,000 people to a doctor every year nationally, with about 164,000 of those needing emergency room treatment — and the CPSC's own data shows about 97% of that happens at home, not on a job site. It's not a reason to panic. It's a reason to think twice about a wet, mossy two-story roofline in the rain, and call someone who does this for a living instead.
What it costs
Gutter cleaning in the Tacoma area typically runs somewhere between $70 and $240 depending on the home, with most single-story jobs landing around $200-225. Two-story homes and steep or heavily wooded rooflines run a bit more, since they take longer to do properly. You'll get a real number after I've actually looked at your gutters, not a guess over the phone.
Service area
Based in Roy, WA, serving Pierce County, Thurston County, and nearby South Sound communities including Auburn, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Edgewood, Fife, Fircrest, Gig Harbor, Lakewood, Lacey, Milton, Olympia, Orting, Pacific, Puyallup, Spanaway, Steilacoom, Sumner, Tacoma, Tumwater, University Place, Yelm, and surrounding areas. Not sure if your address is covered? Just ask.
Pairs well with
Gutter cleaning is a natural pairing with leaf filters and gutter guards for homes with trees nearby, or with fascia repair when the boards behind the gutter are showing signs of wear. It's also a good time to ask about roof cleaning if the roofline itself is looking mossy or worn.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I get my gutters cleaned? Most South Sound homes do well with once or twice a year, depending on how many trees are near the roofline. Homes surrounded by fir or pine may need it closer to twice a year because of needle buildup.
Do you flush the downspouts too, or just clean the gutters? Both — a downspout that's clogged further down defeats the point of cleaning the gutter itself, so I check and flush them every visit.
What if you find damage while you're up there? I'll tell you honestly what I see — a loose hanger usually gets fixed on the spot, anything bigger gets explained clearly with no pressure to book more work right away.
How much does gutter cleaning cost? Most South Sound homes run $70-240 depending on size, stories, and roof access. You'll get a specific number after a free, in-person look.
Is the estimate really free? Yes, no obligation to book.