Caversham Gutter Repair We fix all types of uPVC & aluminium guttering

In theory yes, but like any work at height, gutter clearance should not be attempted without the right training and equipment. The result could most likely be damage to your gutters, your property or even yourself.

Regular clearing is the real solution to stop gutters becoming blocked and dysfunctional. We recommend annual gutter clearance for most properties, but those with trees nearby should have their gutters cleared every 6 months ideally. However, gutters that can be seen to be overflowing or allowing water ingress into your property should be serviced as soon as possible.

If you can hear or see a more concentrated stream of water either hitting the ground or pouring over the tops of the gutters, then it is time to get your guttering system professionally checked. Guttering is designed to deal with rainfall, so the water should not be overflowing or leaking at any time unless it is blocked or broken. DIY gutter inspections pose all kinds of risks to your safety and the condition of your property.

Gutters are in place to carry rainwater as it falls from your roof. Instead of falling down the side of your home, it is redirected down the downpipes. This ensures it does not cause problems to the external walls or foundations of your home.

Well-installed gutters can last upwards of 10-25 years if there are well maintained. But after a few decades, even well-maintained gutters can become brittle/rotten and susceptible to leaks.

There are several reasons as to why your gutters may be leaking. They could be blocked, causing the water to overflow, or cracked, allowing water to seep out before reaching the downpipes. Alternatively, they might be sagging or bowed, so water gathers and overflows rather than flowing freely through the pipes. The best way to find out is with a professional inspection.

Gutters typically become blocked by debris like leaves and twigs as they fall from trees as well as moss from the roof. Particularly during autumn, this debris becomes saturated with rainwater and stops it from flowing freely through the gutters.