Gutter Cleaning Appley Bridge

Yes, its true Soapranos are now here in the charming West Lancashire village of Appley Bridge!!

At this moment we are only offering our gutter cleaning service so, if you dwell in, or near Appley Bridge, and you need your gutters cleaning why not give our team a call or book our gutter cleaning service directly.

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WHY YOU SHOULD HAVE YOUR GUTTERS CLEARED OUT REGULARLY

You should inspect and clean your gutters regularly. If you do not clear your gutters then leaves, moss, sticks and dirt can obstruct them up.

Each and every raindrop is formed by water condensing on a speck of grit. Rainwater also washes down the dust that is in the sky and on your roof straight into your gutters. This is the same reason why you get your windows or car washed- dust that is in the air is brought down to settle on your property each single time it rains! Over time, the dust drains into your gutters and builds up resulting in clogged gutters.

WATER DAMAGE FROM BLOCKED GUTTERS

When your gutters become obstructed the water flow and drainage decreases or is stopped completely. This causes more problems as the dirt and other waste now has nowhere to go! It just sits there and builds up. Then it rains and the water has nowhere to go, so it overflows from your gutters dripping all down your walls!

Walls exposed to water over a long period of time can become damp and discoloured. Then, during the midst of winter, the water on your walls will freeze. When water freezes it expands and can lead to real destruction to your property often this will lead to crumbling walls and mortar! You are now facing at expensive repairs!

SAGGING GUTTERS

Due to the build-up of soil and other debris in your gutters they can become very heavy especially when they are wet. Eventually, your gutters will start to sag. This can lead to in broken joint seals and even the gutter dropping off! Yes, you guessed it, You are now looking at expensive repairs!

To avoid this deterioration and the resulting costly repairs it is advised that you get your gutters cleared out twice a year or at the very least annually.

CAN I CLEAN MY GUTTERS MYSELF?

If you are physically strong with a good head for heights then gutter cleaning is something you could do yourself if you are confident.

However, be careful! If you have an accident it could possibly be disastrous to life and property!

Please note the following is for information only. If you choose to clean your own gutters, following advice here, you do so entirely at your own risk!

We do not recommend that you clean your own gutters. We recommend you use a professional gutter cleaning service like the one we offer in the Appley Bridge area. -- See below for advice on how to choose a professional gutter cleaning service.

DIY GUTTER CLEANING

To do your own gutter cleaning you will need the following equipment:

1. A ladder or some other safe and secure way to access your gutters.
2. Gloves-- gardening gloves would be perfect.
3. A large strong bucket and something to attach it to the ladders as you work.
4. Always ensure your ladder is properly erected, secure, and footed by someone on the ground. Ensure that no one is underneath your ladder as you get the job done. Please check out and understand the following Health & Safety advice before you use a ladder - Safe use of ladders and stepladders: A brief guide (hse.gov.uk).
5. While you can use a trowel to gather out the leaves, soil, and other debris from your gutters we recommend using your hand. Sometimes it can be hard to fit tools in under the overhang of your roof tiles also, there is the risk that you may drop your tools causing harm below!
6. Scrape out the debris by hand into your safely attached bucket. -- Do not let this bucket get heavy or too full!
7. Once you have cleared your gutters it is a great idea to use a hose pipe to test the water flow and check for leaks.

Well done! You have now cleaned out your gutters and you are well on your way to becoming a professional gutter cleaner! If you reside in the Appley Bridge area why not contact us as we might have a job for you!

HOW TO CHOOSE AN EXPERT GUTTER CLEANING SERVICE?

You should always choose an expert gutter cleaning service available in the Appley Bridge area. But how do you find a professional service, and not some unprofessional cowboy who may not do a thorough job, or damage your property?

HERE ARE OUR POINTERS TO HELP YOU CHOOSE A PROFESSIONAL GUTTER CLEANING SERVICE:

1. Are they a proper business? Do they have a registered office and real address? Is this on their literature or web site? You will need this to complain if things go wrong or if they do a second-rate job.
2. Do they have insurance? Tradesman public liability insurance is a must. This should cover them for damage to you, others, and your property.
3. Are the insured to operate at height? A lot of insurance policies have restrictions on this so best to check.
4. Do they have a land line telephone? It is important that any company you choose has a real telephone number. Is this number quoted on business stationary or on their web site? Having a real number shows that they are contactable and not operating from a 'burner phone'.
5. Are they VAT registered? Yes, this will make their service 20% more expensive however, the ‘V’ in VAT stands for value which will be in the prior experience they have gained over the years. -- You want somebody who understands what they are doing. Also, being VAT registered indicates that you are dealing with a bona fide company.
6. Have you looked at their internet reputation? Read online testimonials about the company and their service. Undoubtedly, you are looking for positive reviews but how do they cope with negative reviews? Complaints should be dealt with favourably, and they should want to deal with any issues or problem that the customer has encountered from using their service.
7. Can you be invoiced for the work done? Cash in hand jobs give you little or no protection. An invoice is a legal document that shows what work was supposed to be done and for what fee.
8. Who made contact first? You should always make first contact. Stay away from cold calls and be very cautious of people who knock on your door offering their professional services!

While all the above are common sense checks to make, it can take a great deal of time. That is why we can confirm that we meet all the above requirements and will be more than happy to share proof with you should you want us to.

WE NOW OFFER GUTTER CLEANING IN APPLEY BRIDGE.

We pride ourselves on offering a professional gutter cleaning service to our customers in the Appley Bridge local area. When you choose us, we guarantee the following customer service standards:

We pride ourselves on offering a professional gutter cleaning service to our customers in the Appley Bridge local area. When you choose us, we guarantee the following customer service standards:

1. Expert staff. We will only send fully trained and experienced gutter cleaning staff to clean your gutters.
2. Respectful and polite staff. Our gutter cleaners will always treat you and your property with respect.
3. On schedule. We will show up on the agreed upon day and time to clean your gutters.
4. Fully insured. We have insurance to safeguard you, your property, and your neighbours.
5. Visual examination. We will inspect your gutters and provide you with a written report on their condition and all other issues we may spot with your gutters or roofline as a standard part of our service. Please note, we do not seek any remedial roof work but will provide you with pictures of any concerns we spot for your own reference.
6. An excellent job well done. We will provide you, by email, with before and after pictures so that you can see that the gutter cleaning job has been done effectively.
7. A price guarantee. The price we agree with you to clear out your gutters is the price you pay. We will never pressure you to have any other work done, nor will we increase the price once we start. If it means we will lose money by doing your gutter cleaning job we will always honour the quote we have given you!
8. Repairs. We provide a minor gutter repair service. All repair work will be agreed you in advance. We will never pressure you to have any extra work.
9. Reminder Service. With your permission we will provide you with an automatic gutter cleaning reminder service that will include a 10% discount on your next clean.
10. We will clean up. Gutter clearing can be a messy business. Because of our cleaning of your gutters, we will clean up after ourselves including any facias, windows and pavements that become dirty.