Ice dams? Wet basement? Clogged Downspouts May Be the Culprit
Clogged gutters can sneak up on you. They often show up as homeowner headaches like a wet basement, large hanging icicles or water spilling over the gutter edge during a rainstorm.
In addition to window cleaning services, the crews at Clarus Windows provide professional residential gutter cleaning throughout the Twin Cities. While servicing your windows and screens, we can also safely clear and unclog gutter lines and downspouts in homes of up to three stories.
Bundle our gutter cleaning with our other residential services for a top to bottom home refresh. Enjoy the next rainfall with peace of mind knowing your gutter system is doing its job, channeling water away from your home.
Top Signs of Blocked Gutters and Downspouts
Most homeowners don’t think about their gutters -- until they notice a problem. These are some of the early and advanced signs that your system is in need of a good cleaning.
Early signs
Waterfall effect: During a rainstorm, water drips and spills over the edge of the gutters.
Damp basement smell: As water pools around the foundation, it can leach its way into the lower levels of the home.
Advanced signs
Icicles and ice dams: Freeze and thaw cycles contribute to hanging icicles or ridges of ice along the roof’s edge.
Gutter sprouts: Any green leaves peeking over the gutter line? As seeds mix with decaying leaves, twigs and organic matter, plants can sprout and grow right inside the gutter trough, a sign of a more serious blockage.
Why Professionally Cleaned Gutters Are Worth It
Those rare, warm-weather Minnesota weekends are made for golfing, enjoying lake life and backyard barbecues.
Don’t waste them on a messy chore like cleaning your gutters and downspouts. Leave it to the pros and reap the benefits.
Extend the life of your gutters
Pooling water and ice buildup adds weight and strains your gutter system. Over time, they’ll sag, loosen or pull away from the roofline.
Protect your home, inside and out
Excess moisture from clogs and backups can contribute to damaged shingles, rotting fascia, damp basements, mold and mildew growth, ice buildup and foundation issues.
Home maintenance minus the aggravation
Gutter cleaning can be slow, messy and difficult — especially on a two- or three-story home. A professional has the training and equipment to access hard-to-reach areas and remove clogs safely and efficiently.
Leave the ladder work to a trained professional. You’ll thank yourself later.
Prevent home ladder falls
Did you know? Ladder falls lead to 500,000 emergency room visits each year.
Not only that, but adults 55 and older are at greater risk of serious injury.
Stay safely on the ground. Our trained professionals can handle the work overhead.
Do I Need Gutter Cleaning with Gutter Guards?
Wondering if gutter guards are really doing the job of blocking the debris? It all depends on what you have.
Basic plastic or perforated guards
- Designed for blocking full-sized leaves and larger objects.
- Still allows smaller debris like twigs and seeds to enter and collect.
- Requires removal to allow cleaning and unclogging.
High quality metal guards
- Made with stainless steel micro-mesh or heavy-gauge, roll-formed aluminum systems.
- Excellent at blocking debris both large and small.
- As long as things are flowing well, they’re probably doing their job.
Still not sure? Our crews can take a look when they’re onsite for window cleaning and other home care services.
Clarus Clear: Our Gutter Cleaning Services
- Zero hassle: You don’t have to be home for service. We’ll handle the work and clean up before we leave.
- Bundled services: Get more done in less time by pairing our window washing, screen cleaning, house washing and more with gutter cleaning.
- Safe access: We’re equipped to handle gutter and downspout cleaning on steep rooflines, hard-to-reach areas and homes up to three stories.
- The right tools: We use blowers, water pressure and professional equipment to clear leaves, twigs and other organic debris from your gutter lines.
- Downspout clearing: To clear blockage, we’ll remove and dissemble sections -- and put everything back into place.
- Specialty drainage: We handle underground downspout extensions and other unique drainage setups.
- Our guarantee: Our goal is to leave behind nothing but free-flowing gutter lines and a clean lawn and landscape. If something’s not done right, call us. We’ll return to your home and fix it.
Our Gutter Cleaning Process
Why Homeowners Choose Clarus Windows
- Local: Owned and operated in the Twin Cities since 2014. We answer to our customers, and not to a parent company.
- Professional standards: Our technicians are safety trained and easily identified with uniforms.
- Insured: Financial protection and peace of mind
- Equipped: Our crews can handle three story-homes, steep-pitched rooflines and hard-to-reach gutters.
- Satisfaction guaranteed: We won’t invoice you until you’re 100% happy with the results.
What is the Service Area for Clarus?
Clarus Windows proudly serves homeowners throughout the seven-county Twin Cities metro area.
Some of the communities we work in include: Minneapolis, St. Paul, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Woodbury, Lakeville, Plymouth, Blaine, Maple Grove, Eagan, Burnsville, Coon Rapids, Eden Prairie, Apple Valley, Edina, Minnetonka, St. Louis Park and more.
Not sure if we serve your area? Just ask!
Call Us for Clarus Clear Commercial Facilities
Clear gutters channel rainwater where it should — away from your roof, siding and foundation.
Contact Clarus Windows, and we’ll move this messy weekend chore from your to-do list to done.
Fill out the quick online form, and we’ll send you a quote.