How Often Should You Clean Your Gutters?

Baseline Schedule

Clean gutters twice a year: once in late spring (after tree flowers drop) and once in late fall (after leaves drop). Homes with pine trees or oak trees nearby need 3–4 cleanings per year.

What Clogged Gutters Actually Cost

• Fascia and soffit rot: $600–$3,000 to repair
• Roof edge shingle damage: $500–$2,500
• Foundation cracks from overflow pooling: $2,000–$15,000
• Basement flooding and mold remediation: $2,500–$8,000

Should You Install Gutter Guards?

If your home has trees within 30 feet, gutter guards pay for themselves in 4–6 years. Micromesh guards (like LeafFilter) block everything down to shingle granules but cost $30–$50 per foot installed. Reverse-curve guards are cheaper but let smaller debris through.