Professional Gutter Cleaning in Los Angeles, CA

Bark strips mat together, blocking downspouts completely. Year-round debris.

Tiny leaves and berries create dense mats. Fine material flows into downspouts.

Spring flowers create purple sludge. Seed pods clog in summer.

Heavy fall accumulation. Acorns block downspout openings.

Weave together creating mats. Common in ornamental landscaping.

Santa Ana winds deposit fine dust. Becomes mud during rain.

Q:How much does gutter cleaning cost in Los Angeles?

Gutter cleaning in Los Angeles typically costs $125-$400 depending on home size and tree coverage. Single-story homes with minimal debris cost $125-$225. Two-story homes or properties with heavy eucalyptus, pepper tree, or jacaranda debris cost $250-$400. Hillside properties may cost more due to access challenges. Price includes debris removal, downspout flushing, and disposal. Most LA homes clean in 1-3 hours.

Q:How often should gutters be cleaned in Los Angeles?

Most Los Angeles homes need gutter cleaning 1-2 times per year. Properties near eucalyptus, pepper trees, jacarandas, or oaks need cleaning 2-3 times yearly. Optimal timing: before winter rains (late October/early November) and after spring pollen season (May). Hillside homes in fire-prone areas should clean before wildfire season to remove flammable debris. Homes with gutter guards need annual inspections instead of frequent cleanings.

Q:What debris clogs gutters in Los Angeles?

LA gutters clog with eucalyptus bark strips and leaves (very common), pepper tree berries and fine leaves, jacaranda seed pods and flowers, oak leaves and acorns, pine needles from ornamental pines, palm fronds and debris, dust and dirt from Santa Ana winds, and roofing grit from tile and asphalt shingles. Eucalyptus bark is particularly problematic—it peels in long strips that mat together and block downspouts completely.

Q:Should I clean gutters before or after winter in LA?

Clean gutters BEFORE winter in Los Angeles, ideally in late October or early November. LA's rainy season runs November through March, with most rainfall concentrated January-February. Cleaning before the first storms ensures gutters can handle concentrated rainfall without overflow. Spring cleaning (April-May) removes pollen buildup and prepares for dry season. Properties near deciduous trees may need additional fall cleaning after leaves drop.

Q:Can clogged gutters cause wildfire risk in Los Angeles?

Yes, debris-filled gutters pose significant wildfire risk for LA hillside homes. Dry leaves, eucalyptus bark, and pine needles become fuel sources during wildfire events. Embers carried by Santa Ana winds can ignite gutter debris, spreading fire to roof structures. This is why homes in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones (Hollywood Hills, Pacific Palisades, Brentwood hills) should clean gutters before fire season and install fire-resistant gutter guards.

Q:Do you clean gutters on Spanish tile roofs?

Yes, we regularly clean gutters on Spanish and Mediterranean tile roofs throughout Los Angeles. Tile roofs require careful attention—walking on tiles can cause cracks, and debris often accumulates under tile edges before entering gutters. Our crews use proper equipment and techniques to access gutters without damaging expensive tile roofs. We're experienced with LA's distinctive architectural styles including Spanish Colonial, Mission Revival, and contemporary Mediterranean homes.

Q:What's included in professional gutter cleaning?

Professional gutter cleaning includes removing all leaves, debris, and sediment from gutter channels, flushing all downspouts to ensure clear flow, checking for leaks, damage, or needed repairs, clearing debris from roof valleys that feed gutters, disposing of all debris properly, and providing recommendations for gutter guards or repairs if needed. We protect landscaping during work and leave your property cleaner than we found it.

Q:Can I just use a leaf blower to clean gutters?

Leaf blowers only work for dry, loose leaves and blow debris everywhere including onto your roof where it re-enters gutters. They don't remove compacted debris, eucalyptus bark mats, or downspout clogs. Professional cleaning removes debris completely, flushes downspouts with water to verify flow, and identifies repair needs before they cause damage. For LA's diverse debris types (eucalyptus, pepper tree, jacaranda), hand removal followed by water flushing is essential.

Q:Do gutter guards eliminate the need for cleaning?

Gutter guards dramatically reduce cleaning frequency but don't eliminate maintenance entirely. Quality micro-mesh guards reduce cleaning from 2-3 times yearly to annual inspections. Guards block leaves and debris while allowing water flow, preventing the clogs that damage gutters. For LA homes near trees, guards are excellent investments that reduce maintenance costs over time. We install fire-resistant guards for hillside properties to prevent ember accumulation.

Q:What happens if I never clean my gutters?

Neglected gutters cause foundation damage from water pooling near home base (repair costs $10,000-$30,000), landscape erosion and plant damage, exterior staining on stucco and siding, fascia board rot requiring replacement, basement flooding during heavy rain, mosquito breeding in standing water, wildfire risk from accumulated flammable debris, and roof damage from ice dams or backed-up water. Regular cleaning prevents these expensive problems.