Leaves, twigs, squirrels, sprouting plants, and birds’ nests—it’s time for gutter cleaning to get rid of unwanted debris and protect your home from damage.
Why Is Gutter Cleaning So Important?
When it comes to the upkeep of your home, sweeping your walk, washing your windows, and cleaning your siding are all obvious tasks that visibly increase your home’s curb appeal and create a healthier, happier living environment. But why should you care so much about gutter cleaning? After all, your gutters aren’t nearly as visible as other areas of your home’s exterior, and it isn’t as if you’ll trip over twigs trapped in your gutters the way you would debris on your sidewalk.
Gutter cleaning may seem like an unnecessary task, but there are many reasons you shouldn’t put it off.
- Moisture damage: Clogged gutters are gutters holding water. Where there’s excess moisture, there’s also a higher risk for algae and mold growth. If algae and mold are left unchecked, they can damage your gutters and roof. In extreme cases, the constant presence of moisture can cause leakage and rot in your roof and open the interior of your home to water damage.
- Animal attraction: Messy, twig-filled gutters full of little puddles of water are the perfect environment for squirrels and birds. While these little animals can be fun to watch, you don’t want them in your gutters, and you definitely don’t want them to find their way into your attic, where they can cause a huge, unhealthy mess with their nesting and droppings.
Get Your Gutter Cleaning Done Today
If your gutters are starting to look neglected, it’s time to call in your professional cleaning crew at Ocean Waves SoftWash. Now with two locations in Selbyville and Gambrills, we are proud to serve the Delaware and Maryland areas. Call us today and look forward to seeing your gutters glittering clean again soon.