Gutter Cleaning in Lake and McHenry County
We clear the leaves and grit out of your gutters, flush them, and check that every downspout runs. The outside faces of the gutters are already part of a house wash; this is the inside, so water goes where it should this spring.
Our work
Gutter cleaning: recent jobs.
Before
AfterBefore and after
The right pressure for every surface. Here is the difference it makes.
Siding and roofs get a soft wash: close to garden-hose pressure, with a cleaning solution that neutralizes what is growing there, so it does not come back in a month. Driveways, walks and pavers get pressure washed with a surface cleaner, so the concrete comes out even.
More before and aftersWhat happens at your home
The same five steps, every house.
This is what Andrew tells every customer on the phone. It is why the reviews say “they explained everything”.
- 1
Walk-around and photos
Every side of the house before we start, so we both know what we are working with.
- 2
Outlets covered
Nothing gets sprayed that should not.
- 3
Plants soaked first, rinsed after
Your landscaping is protected the whole time.
- 4
The right pressure for each surface
A soft wash on siding and roofs, pressure washing on driveways, walks and pavers.
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Final walk-around with you
You see the results before we leave, and that is when you pay.
Before you book
Gutter cleaning, explained
Clean gutters are the cheapest protection a house has against water. Here is what we do and when it is worth doing.
What we do
We clear the leaves, seeds and grit out of the gutters, flush them with water and check that every downspout runs clear.
Inside versus outside
Cleaning the outside faces of the gutters is part of every house wash. Gutter cleaning is the inside. The black stripes many gutters get, often called tiger striping, are oxidized paint and road film on the outside face. A house wash removes most of it, and heavy striping may need a separate treatment, which we will tell you about on the walk-around.
Why it matters
Clogged gutters overflow at the corners and spill against the foundation. In winter the standing water freezes, and the weight pulls gutters away from the fascia. Overflow also feeds the green streaks that show up on the siding below.
When to book
Late fall, after the leaves have dropped, and again in spring before the heavy rains. Homes under oaks and maples usually need both. Adding it to a house wash saves a trip.
Google reviews
What people say after a gutter cleaning.
“From the initial contact to completion, Andrew was professional, courteous, and thorough. Our house looks better than it has in at least 10 years. …”
Kathleen B., Google review
“Our siding is so clean!! They did a phenomenal job. They were communicative and on time. They explained everything. …”
Samantha P., Google review
“The guys at Simmons turned it bright white again with their softwash service in a couple of hours. It is amazing! …”
Brian C., Google review
Straight answers
Questions people ask us
Do you clean the outside of the gutters too?
The outside faces are included in a house wash. Gutter cleaning is the inside: leaves, seeds and the grit that clogs downspouts.
What are the black stripes on my gutters?
Oxidized paint and road film, sometimes called tiger striping. A house wash removes most of it. Heavy striping may need a separate treatment; we will tell you on the walk-around.
Why do my gutters overflow when it rains?
Usually a clog at a downspout or a gutter full of seeds and grit. Flushing finds it. Overflowing gutters also feed green streaks on the siding below.
When is the best time?
Late fall after the leaves drop, and spring before the heavy rains. Adding it to a house wash saves a trip.
When do I pay?
If you are home, after we walk around the property with you and you give us the OK. If nobody will be home, we take payment ahead of time, or you can leave a check out for us before we start. Nothing is charged when you book.
Talk to us
Rather talk to a person?
Call or text and you will hear back from us the same day. In season, most homes are booked within one to two weeks.
- Mon to Sat, 7am to 7pm
- $400 minimum, paid after the walk-around
Other services
- House soft washing
- Roof soft washing
- Concrete driveway washing
- Paver cleaning and sealing
- Deck washing
- Patio washing
- Exterior windows
Towns we work in every week