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Gutter Cleaning & Brightening β€” Protect Your Foundation

Clear clogs, remove tiger striping, and restore proper drainage β€” the kind of routine maintenance that prevents thousands in foundation and fascia damage.

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What Is Gutter Cleaning & Brightening?

Clogged gutters are one of the leading causes of foundation damage, basement flooding, and roof fascia rot in Ohio homes. When gutters fill with leaves, twigs, and debris, water has nowhere to go but over the sides or back under the roofline β€” pooling against your foundation, saturating fascia boards, and creating the perfect conditions for mold growth and wood rot.

Our gutter cleaning service removes all leaves, debris, and blockages from the gutter channel and downspout system. We hand-clean each section and flush all downspouts to confirm full, clear drainage. Any blockage in a downspout or elbow is cleared β€” not just the top of the gutter.

Gutter brightening is our add-on service that removes the black 'tiger stripes' that form on the exterior face of gutters over time. These stripes are oxidized debris runoff that adheres to the painted surface and cannot be removed with standard washing. Our brightening solution breaks them down, restoring a clean, finished look to your gutter faces.

Before & After Photos

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Our Process

Every job follows the same professional standard β€” no shortcuts.

1

Damage Inspection

We check all gutters for damage, improper pitch, separations, and visible blockages before beginning work.

2

Debris Removal

We remove all leaves, twigs, shingle granule deposits, and debris by hand and blower from every gutter section.

3

Downspout Flush

Every downspout is flushed with water to confirm clear, unrestricted drainage all the way to the outlet.

4

Full Flush

We run water through the full gutter system to confirm proper pitch and no remaining blockages.

5

Brightening

(Optional) Brightening solution is applied and scrubbed on exterior gutter faces to remove tiger striping.

6

Ground Cleanup

All debris removed from gutters is bagged or collected from the ground below β€” we leave the property clean.

Who We Serve

Residential, commercial, and fleet clients across Central Ohio.

Homeowners

Residential properties of all sizes

Property Managers

Single & multi-unit residential

Commercial

Businesses, offices & retail

HOAs

Common areas & amenities

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I clean my gutters?
Ohio homeowners should clean gutters at minimum twice per year β€” once in late spring after tree pollen and seed drop, and once in late fall after leaves have fully dropped. Heavy tree coverage may require 3–4 cleanings per year.
What are the black tiger stripes on my gutters?
Tiger stripes are oxidized debris streaks that form on gutter faces from runoff carrying tannins, algae, and oxidation products. Standard pressure washing doesn't remove them β€” our gutter brightening service does.
Can clogged gutters really damage my foundation?
Yes β€” this is one of the most underestimated home maintenance issues. When gutters overflow, water saturates the soil directly against your foundation. Over time this leads to foundation settling, cracking, and basement water intrusion β€” repairs that cost thousands.
Do you inspect for gutter damage during service?
Yes β€” we flag any sagging sections, separations at joints, improper pitch, or damage we observe during cleaning. We'll share our findings so you can address repairs before they become bigger problems.
Do you install gutter guards?
We do not install gutter guards, but we can share our observations about your tree coverage and recommend guard styles that work well in Central Ohio conditions.

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