San Juan Gutter Cleaning
Year-Round Tropical Debris Removal • Quarterly Service Plans • Salt Spray Specialists
San Juan\'s Year-Round Debris
🌴 Royal Palm Fronds
Year-round (monthly shedding)
8-12 feet long, heavy when wet, one frond clogs 10+ feet of gutter
Quarterly removal or micro-mesh guards
🌺 Flamboyán Seedpods
February-May (peak season)
Woody 6-8" pods drop by thousands, block downspouts
Spring cleaning before rainy season
🥭 Mango Leaves & Fruit
May-September (fruiting)
Small leaves mat together, rotting fruit attracts insects
Summer cleaning to prevent clogs
🌊 Salt Spray & Sand
November-April (trade wind peak)
White crust forms, corrodes aluminum, stains fascia
Monthly rinse for coastal properties
🏝️ Sea Grape Leaves
Year-round (coastal)
Thick waxy leaves don't decompose, pile up quickly
Quarterly cleaning for beachfront
🌪️ Storm Debris
June-November (hurricane season)
Branches, roof tiles, construction materials
24-48 hour post-storm emergency cleaning
San Juan Cleaning Plans
Standard
- ✓Hand-scoop all debris
- ✓Bag and remove waste
- ✓Flush downspouts
- ✓Visual inspection
- ✓Single-story homes
Quarterly Plan
- ✓Everything in Standard
- ✓Scheduled Mar/Jun/Sep/Dec
- ✓Pre-hurricane season prep
- ✓Priority scheduling
- ✓10% annual discount
Coastal Premium
- ✓Everything in Standard
- ✓Salt spray rinse & treatment
- ✓Marine-grade protectant
- ✓Corrosion inspection
- ✓Condado/Isla Verde/Ocean Park
Our Cleaning Process
Inspection & Setup
We assess debris amount, check for nests/animals, set up ladders/safety equipment, protect landscaping with drop cloths.
Hand-Scoop Debris
Remove all palm fronds, leaves, seedpods, salt crust, muck using hand tools (never blown onto property). Bag immediately.
Downspout Flush & Snake
Test each downspout with hose (5 gallons/minute). If clogged, use plumber's snake or water pressure to clear blockage.
Fresh Water Rinse
Rinse entire gutter system with fresh water to dissolve salt residue (critical for coastal properties).
Inspection & Report
Check for leaks, loose fasteners, rust, fascia damage. Take before/after photos. Text you documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should San Juan gutters be cleaned with year-round vegetation?
San Juan requires quarterly cleaning (every 3 months) vs mainland's typical 1-2 times annually. Puerto Rico's tropical climate means continuous debris: royal palms shed fronds monthly, flamboyán trees drop seedpods Feb-May, mango trees shed leaves year-round, trade winds deposit salt spray and sand daily. Without guards: clean March, June, September, December. With micro-mesh guards: clean twice yearly (May and November). Coastal properties (Condado, Isla Verde, Ocean Park): add 1-2 extra cleanings for salt buildup and sand accumulation from ocean spray.
What tropical debris clogs San Juan gutters?
San Juan's unique tropical debris: (1) Royal palm fronds—8-12 feet long, heavy when wet, one frond can clog 10+ feet of gutter; (2) Flamboyán seedpods—woody 6-8 inch pods drop February-May by the thousands; (3) Mango leaves/fruit—small leaves mat together, rotting fruit attracts insects; (4) Sea grape leaves—coastal properties, thick waxy leaves that don't decompose; (5) Salt spray residue—forms white crust, corrodes aluminum if not removed; (6) Saharan dust—June-August, fine particles from Africa blow across Atlantic forming orange sludge; (7) Tropical storm debris—branches, roof tiles, construction materials after storms.
How much does gutter cleaning cost in San Juan?
San Juan gutter cleaning costs $150-350 per visit for typical residential home (1,500-2,500 sq ft, 150-200 linear feet). Factors: (1) home size/height—single-story $150-200, two-story $200-300, three-story/high-rise $300-500+; (2) debris amount—light cleaning $150, heavy tropical buildup $250-350, post-storm $400-600; (3) access—standard $0 extra, Old San Juan narrow streets +$50, coastal high-rise +$100-200. Quarterly plans: 10% discount ($135/clean vs $150). Emergency post-storm cleaning: $300-600 (24-48 hour response). Includes: hand-scooping debris, downspout flushing, bagging all waste, minor leak inspection.
Does salt spray damage San Juan gutters if not cleaned?
Yes—salt spray is the #1 cause of premature gutter failure in coastal San Juan (Condado, Isla Verde, Ocean Park, Old San Juan waterfront). Salt deposits: (1) Corrode aluminum—white powdery oxidation forms pits, weakening metal; (2) Accelerate seam separation—salt crystals expand/contract with humidity, breaking caulk seals; (3) Clog drainage—salt crust mixed with organic debris forms concrete-like blockage; (4) Stain fascia—salt runoff creates white streaks on wood/paint requiring expensive refinishing. Prevention: clean gutters every 2-3 months in coastal areas, rinse with fresh water (not just scoop debris), apply marine-grade protectant spray annually. Properties within 0-0.5 miles of ocean: monthly rinse recommended during salt spray season (November-April when trade winds peak).
Can you clean gutters during San Juan's rainy season?
Yes, but with scheduling flexibility. San Juan rainy season: May-November (hurricane season), with peak rainfall August-October. We clean year-round but: (1) avoid active rain—need dry conditions to safely access roof; (2) monitor tropical waves—pause if storm probability >60% within 48 hours; (3) prioritize post-storm—emergency cleanings within 24-48 hours after hurricanes/tropical storms clear (remove debris before next rain); (4) best months—December-April (dry season), but don't wait if gutters overflowing mid-summer. Most rainy days have morning dry windows (7-11 AM) before afternoon showers. We check weather hourly and reschedule if unsafe—no cancellation fee if we cancel due to weather.
What's included in a San Juan gutter cleaning service?
Complete San Juan gutter cleaning includes: (1) Hand-scoop all debris—palm fronds, leaves, seedpods, salt crust, muck (we never blow debris onto your property); (2) Bag and remove waste—taken offsite, not left in your yard; (3) Flush downspouts—test each with hose to ensure clear flow, snake if clogged; (4) Rinse gutters with fresh water—especially important in coastal areas to dissolve salt; (5) Visual inspection—check for leaks, loose fasteners, rust spots, fascia damage; (6) Minor adjustments—tighten screws, reseal small leaks with marine-grade caulk (no charge for <5 minutes work); (7) Photo documentation—before/after photos texted to you; (8) Gutter guard consultation—if you're cleaning 3+ times/year, guards pay for themselves. Time: 1-2 hours typical home.
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