Affordable Gutter Clearing & Repairs in Essex | Expert Service

We all want to avoid the costly repair bills from having your gutters repaired or replaced and the best way to do that is having regular gutter clearing and cleaning. The most common guttering issues are blockages in the gutter themselves or in the downpipes, meaning the water can't escape to the drains below. Having your gutters cleared out is simple and very cost effective along with our fast and affordable guttering repairs.

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Blocked gutters are caused by a few things, usually leaves from nearby trees, and from moss that grows on your roof and washes down into your gutters. Unfortunately we often find dead animals blocking the gutters too, usually small birds. If when it's raining you notice water overflowing or trickling down the outside of the downpipes or walls then this a great indication that your gutters could do with cleaning out.

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Another cause of damp in your home is broken or leaking gutter joints. This is where two pieces of gutter are joined together using a union joint, or where the gutters join around the corner. They become broken for many reasons, most commonly because of the age, the rubber seals in the joints wear away over time allowing water to leak through. Also if the joint has been previously incorrectly fitted then it can pop out, again causing a leak. These leaks are what allow water to make puddles at the base of your home, if left then this water is absorbed into the brickwork causing damp issues. You may notice your wall going green and is permanently wet.

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Having your gutters cleaned out once a year in Essex can identify these issues long before they have enough time to cause more serious damp issues. Rayleigh Gutter Cleaning can check all joints and clips on the gutter are intact and make sure the gutters are not sagging in any areas. This check is included as part of our gutter cleaning service.

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Here are some things you can check from the ground if you're unsure:

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• Water leaking through a gutter joint

• Overflowing water from the top of the gutter

• Plants and grass growing out of your gutter

• Water running on the outside of your downpipes and walls

• Damp patches on the ground or rising into the brickwork

• Any obvious signs of broken gutters

• Gutters that are sagging down

• Black mould spots on your ceilings

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If you searched for guttering cleaning near me, need gutter repairs or notice any of these problems with your gutters or downpipes then it is time to call the professionals. Rayleigh Gutter Cleaning are trained in working at heights and in ladder safety. Any gutter repairs or gutter cleaning in Essex should be dealt with as soon as possible to prevent the problem from becoming more expensive later on. Regular gutter clearing is the key to keeping your home protected from damp throughout the year, as we ensure that your guttering will drain effectively all year round. We also offer full fascia and soffits cleaning too.