The Hidden Danger Above: 3 Signs Your Gutters Are Damaging Your Home

• The 'Roof Garden': If you can see grass, moss, or weeds poking over the top of the plastic, you don’t just have a blockage; you’ve got a heavy 'sludge' that’s putting massive strain on your gutter brackets.

• The 'Tide Mark': Look for dark staining or green algae running down the white uPVC or the brickwork. This is a clear sign that water is overflowing and soaking into your masonry.

• The 'Sagging Section': If the guttering looks like it’s bowing in the middle, it’s likely holding gallons of stagnant water and heavy silt. Eventually, those clips will snap.

🚩 The 3 Warning Signs (What to look for from the pavement)

⚠️ The Honest Truth: What Happens If You Ignore It?

To be honest, it’s not just about the mess. Gutters have one job: to move rainwater away from your foundations. When they're blocked:

• Penetrating Damp: Water spills onto the bricks, eventually soaking through to your interior plaster and causing mould.

• Rotted Fascias: Standing water rots the timber boards behind the guttering.

• Foundation Issues: Constant pooling at the base of the house can lead to subsidence over time.

A professional clear-out now is a fraction of the cost of a damp-proofing specialist or a builder later.

🚛 How We Do It at H&N Exterior Solutions

When we pull the Vauxhall Vivaro up to your drive, we aren't just 'poking a stick' into the muck. We provide a proper, professional service:

• Full Debris Removal: We clear every bit of moss and silt manually or with professional suction.

• Downpipe Check: We ensure the water actually makes it to the drain, not just the bend.

• Honest Feedback: If we spot a perished seal or a snapped bracket while we’re up there, we’ll tell you straight away so you can get it sorted."

Transparent Pricing & Next Steps

We don’t believe in hidden costs. Every house is different, so we quote based on the actual work needed:

• Standard Gutter Cleans: Typically start from £40 per side of guttering.

• The Full Works: If you have a conservatory, extensions, or multiple levels of guttering, we’ll price those as extras to ensure the whole system is flowing.

• Minimum Call-Out: Our minimum fee is £50, which covers smaller jobs or minor repairs to get your system back in shape.

We'll give you a clear, no-obligation quote before we start. Don’t wait for the next heavy downpour to find a leak—get it sorted properly.