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When leaves start to fall, your gutters are the first to feel it. Clogged gutters can quickly lead to water damage, roof issues, and even foundation problems. That’s why fall is the most important time to clean your gutters—and why Bright & Shiny Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing makes it easy.

Here’s what every homeowner needs to know.

🍂 Why Fall Gutter Cleaning Matters

During autumn, trees shed leaves, twigs, and debris that pile up quickly in your gutters. If left unchecked, this debris:

• Blocks water flow
• Causes gutters to overflow
• Leads to roof leaks and siding damage
• Attracts pests and mold
• Damages landscaping and your home’s foundation

Cleaning them out before the rainy season ensures your gutters are ready to do their job—protect your home.

💧 What Can Go Wrong with Clogged Gutters?

Letting your gutters go untouched can lead to:

• Cracks in your foundation
• Rotting fascia and soffits
• Basement flooding
• Pest nests and infestations
• Roof leaks and ice dams (in winter)

All of this can cost thousands to repair—but it’s preventable with routine maintenance.

🧽 How Often Should You Clean Your Gutters?

We recommend cleaning:

• At least twice a year—fall and spring
• More often if you live under large trees
• Quarterly, for homes in wooded or storm-prone areas

Bright & Shiny’s team is equipped to handle even heavily clogged gutters and flush your downspouts for full drainage.

🛠 Why Hire a Professional for Fall Gutter Cleaning?

DIY gutter cleaning can be:

• Dangerous (ladders and slippery roofs)
• Messy and time-consuming
• Incomplete if downspouts aren’t flushed

Our crew at Bright & Shiny delivers:

• Fast, safe, debris-free cleanouts
• Optional gutter exterior brightening
• Full system checks and customer walkthroughs
• Licensed, insured service you can trust

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