How Often Should Gutters Be Cleaned in Phoenix?

Most people in Phoenix barely think about their gutters. Honestly, why would you? It hardly rains. Then monsoon season hits, or you notice dirt streaks on the stucco, and suddenly the gutters become a thing again. That is usually when folks call CR Gutters, Inc.™ and ask how often they should be cleaning them out.

What Usually Works for Phoenix Homes

Once a year is fine for a lot of homes here. But because we get dust storms and those fast, heavy monsoon bursts, once a year is not always enough. The gutters might look clean from the ground, but inside, you can get dust, leaves, roofing grit, all kinds of stuff settling in.

A good time to check is late summer, after monsoon season slows down. Sometimes everything looks fine. Other times, there is a layer of mud sitting in the bottom of the gutter that nobody expected.

Dust storms make it worse. One windy afternoon can dump enough dirt in the gutters to clog a whole corner. It just sits there until the next rain turns it into a heavy mess.

How You Know It Is Time To Clean Them

You do not need a ladder to spot the early signs. Just look around after a storm. A few things to watch for:

• Water spilling over the edges?
• Dirt streaks running down the stucco?
• Corners overflowing even during light rain?
• Mud or water collecting near the base of the home?
• A little weed growing out of the gutter (it happens more than you think)

If you see any of these, it is probably time.

Typical Cleaning Cost

Most cleanings in Phoenix fall somewhere between $200 and $400, depending on the home.

What CR Gutters, Inc.™ Actually Does During a Cleaning

When CR Gutters, Inc.™ shows up, they do not just scoop out the dirt and leave. They take a look around. Check how the gutters are sitting. Make sure the downspouts are open. Rinse everything out. Fix anything that is sagging or tilted wrong. Sometimes it is a quick job. Other times they find a downspout packed with dust and old storm debris hiding in there.

Every Phoenix home handles weather differently. Some homes barely collect debris. Others fill up fast just because of the roof shape or how the wind hits the house.

A Good Time To Stay Ahead of It

Gutters do not usually fail all at once. It is the little things that build up over time until they turn into a bigger headache. A yearly cleaning helps. Same thing after a bad dust storm or a heavy monsoon. It keeps everything working the way it should. If you are seeing overflow or dirt streaks, or it just feels like it’s been too long, it’s probably time to check in.

Give CR Gutters, Inc.™ a call at (602) 671 3476 to set up a cleaning for your Phoenix home. One quick visit now can save you from a way bigger mess later.