"James and his son did an excellent job and are highly reliable and very accomodating! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for gutter cleaning, roofing repairs and installation, siding and gutter leaf guard installation. They also do power washing ."
"Quick response with a fair estimate for this area. Got me on the schedule right away, and the work was top notch. Would definitely recommend, and will return if I need any gutter work in the future."
"Nelson and his crew did an excellent job cleaning the gutters on my house, arrived before scheduled, and gave professional advice when I asked about my chimney. I would highly recommend him."
"The best Gutter Cleaning and house washing company. Precision cleaning has completed 4 gutter clean outs so far over the last year. They get better every time!
Professional and a respectful team!"
"Better than I hoped for. First storm in new house was over 20 inches. Driveway is extremely steep. Cleared garage doors, did not plow in anything I had already shoveled, and everything was cleaned to the blacktop. They would have cleared my walkways, but I opted out of that. Great feeling knowing that next storm I have nothing to report about."
"Highly recommend! Everything was excellent from the work to the price. Will be having them back to do more work around the house. I saw them doing gutters at my neighbors and took a chance and asked about a much needed new roof. Boy, I am so happy I did!"
Exact Fit Seamless Gutters Of Westchester, Inc., was formed so we could offer our customers the best home improvement experience. Our reputation is the backbone of our company, and our customers homes are our advertisement. We pride ourselves in the quality of work all our customers receive. All home improvements are as good as the contractor installing them, with that in mind you can relax, and have the peace of mind knowing that you are getting quality work performed by an experienced contractor at a fair price. But please do not take our word for it, we have hundreds of customers who will agree! We are more than happy to give references.
Yes, it is generally considered safe to use a leaf blower to clear debris from gutters as long as you are wearing safety goggles and gloves. It's also necessary to have a gutter extension tool. In cases of severe clogs, it's necessary to manually clear debris that cannot be removed by the pressure of the leaf blower. Homeowners should be aware that the incredible power and speed of the output of a leaf blower can blow debris into downspouts. When this happens, water won't be able to flow through the gutters properly. For this reason, many homeowners hire professional gutter cleaners.
Buried downspouts can freeze during cold weather as cold water runs through them. If you’ve discovered your downspouts are frozen, you can carefully pour hot water down the top of the downspout to defrost them. If that doesn’t work, you may need to dig your downspout back up. Avoid trying to break the ice from the exterior using a hammer as this can cause cracks and damage to your downspout.
To avoid freezing the future, consider adding a heating cable to the exterior, which can adjust heat based on the surrounding temperature.
The kind of gutter guards you have will affect how often you need to clean them. The more basic type of gutter screen requires cleaning once or twice a year. With a micromesh screen, you may be able to extend the time between cleanings to every two years or so.
However, if you have trees near your roof, you’ll need to clean your gutters more frequently, especially if you have chicken-wire or colander-type gutter guards. If you have pine trees near your roof, you may even need to clean your gutters quarterly, as tiny pine needles can get through any type of gutter guard.
If you want to avoid burying your downspouts, several alternatives can help direct water away from your home's foundation. One option is to connect a rain barrel to your downspout. During a storm, the barrel collects water that you can later use for irrigating your lawn or garden. Another common solution is to install an above-ground downspout extension. This can be done in a couple of ways:
Splash Guards: Placing a splash guard, available at most hardware stores, under your downspout can act as a simple funnel to direct water away from the house.
Downspout Extensions: You can add an extension to the end of the downspout's elbow to carry water further into your yard. Some extensions are flexible, allowing you to maneuver them around landscaping.
These above-ground solutions are particularly useful if your home has a slab foundation that you cannot dig up. However, they have limitations. An extension may not move water as far from your home as an underground system. More importantly, if your yard slopes back toward your house, these methods will be ineffective, and burying your downspouts remains the best option to prevent potential flooding and water damage.
The cost to install a downspout extension or reroute a downspout generally falls between $30 and $200. The final price depends on factors like whether you DIY the project or hire a gutter professional, the complexity of your gutter system, and the length of the new extension. A simple, above-ground DIY installation can cost as little as $30 for materials. In contrast, a more complex project involving professional installation and digging trenches for underground piping could cost over $1,000. This is still a significant saving compared to replacing your entire gutter system, which costs around $1,900 on average.
The Putnam Valley, NY homeowners’ guide to gutter cleaning services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
This guide to gutter cleaning costs provides estimates for cleaning different types of gutters, tips for saving money on gutter cleaning, and answers to how to clean gutters.
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