What time of year should you clean the outside of your house?

• <div><p>The best time to clean the outside of your house is during your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/outdoor-spring-cleaning-checklist.htm">outdoor spring cleaning</a>. Wait until late spring, after the wave of pollen is done coating your home. You can also wash your house in late fall–before the first freeze–to remove leaves and branches from the gutters.</p></div>

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Last update on November 14, 2025

Reviewed in January 2021
I have had maids since I was born and I have to say this is the WORST cleaning service I have ever witnessed! They charged me extra for a first time deep cleaning and missed half my home! I was their 5th house that day, they were so unorganized, they brought a male cleaner who had absolutely no...
Farrow Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in January 2018
They fit us in right away and charged about the same as the building contractor, who had done other work for us, clean the chimney and replace the cap. As a result we had no draft at all. It was the wrong cap. Chimney Doctor sent us a certified professional. The new cap is correct for this...
Chimney Doctor
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Reviewed in March 2014
She cleaned all the easy stuff (dusting, counters, sweep, mop), but she didn't touch any of the stuff that I really wanted her to do, like behind the fridge, stove, oven and everything I didn't have time to do. You really have to watch these people, and I didn't have time to come back and do a...
A Affordable House Cleaning By Diane's Service
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Reviewed in November 2013
When we made contact, chimney sweeping went fine. However, we have called and emailed several times and Airstream Duct Cleaning simply does not respond. This is very frustrating and not good customer service. We will take our business elsewhere (if we can find another chimney sweep!).
Airstream Duct Cleaning
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Reviewed in September 2013
Two person crew protected the surrounding area and cleaned the chimney as expected. The crew was friendly and inspected for any issues, none were noted. I would definitely recommend them and the price was great through Angie's List
Winston's Chimney Service
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Reviewed in November 2012
He arrived right on time even though they never called the day before and confirm the appt like they told me they would do. I made this appt months in advance. He looked in the chimney said it was clean vacuumed out some of the soot and asked for $95.00. I asked him why didn't he clean the...
North Country Stoves Inc
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Reviewed in July 2012
Hired for parking lot sweeping
APUN
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Reviewed in September 2009
We called him for an estimate on the work and he scheduled to come out and do an on-site estimate. He called 30mins before he arrived to check if we were in. He did a thorough survey and gave me a detailed estimate so I knew exactly where my money was being spent. He even gave cost for each...
Appliance Doctor Of N.W. Fla.,Inc.
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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

Most housekeepers won’t handle tasks that require specialized equipment or training, like carpet shampooing, window washing at high levels, or outdoor cleaning. Housekeepers typically dust, vacuum, mop, wash dishes, clean surfaces, and launder linens. It’s best to clarify what services are included before hiring to make sure you’re on the same page.

The best time to clean the outside of your house is during your outdoor spring cleaning. Wait until late spring, after the wave of pollen is done coating your home. You can also wash your house in late fall–before the first freeze–to remove leaves and branches from the gutters.

Regular cleaning, inspecting for peeling or rust, and reapplying coatings every 8-12 years helps maintain durability.

Walking on the roof to clean gutters is unsafe. If you do your own gutter cleaning, use a ladder to reach the gutters rather than climbing on your roof. Walking on the roof is dangerous, especially if it has rained recently or if there are fallen leaves. You can also damage your shingles when walking on them, which can lead to water leaks.

Keep in mind that using a ladder has its risks, too. It can be difficult to keep your balance while doing the labor-intensive work of cleaning gutters. For safety reasons, hiring a pro to clean your gutters is the best choice.

Maintenance involves regular inspection of connections and cables, ensuring they are free from obstructions and functioning correctly to avoid ice buildup.

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