Gutter emptying
Gutters and downpipes cleared in one visit, so rainwater runs away from your roof, walls and garden.
Signs your gutters need emptying
- Water pouring over the edge when it rains
- Damp patches on outside walls or ceilings
- Moss, leaves or plants growing in the gutters
- Water pooling at the base of the house
- Flooded beds, patios or paths below the gutters
- Gutters nobody has touched in years
Free survey and no-obligation quote, across Hampshire and the South Coast.
Blocked gutters overflow. The water runs down your brickwork, soaks the roofline and pools around the foundations, causing damp patches, rot and in time leaks inside the house.
Emptying your gutters is one of the simplest and cheapest ways to protect your home from expensive repairs. Whether it's a routine clean or a property that hasn't been touched in years, we clear the whole system and tell you what we find.
What you get
- Stops water damage. No overflow means no leaks, damp patches or rot in roof timbers, ceilings and walls.
- Protects foundations. Water goes down the pipes, not into the ground around the house, which matters most in older homes.
- Spares the garden. No more overflow flooding beds, patios and paths below.
- Saves money. Clearing a blocked gutter costs far less than repairing a leaking roof or re-rendering a wall.
Your home insurance
Many home insurers recommend regular gutter maintenance, and may refuse a claim for roof or damp damage caused by neglect. Keeping your gutters clear helps avoid that dispute.
How a gutter emptying job runs
Free inspection
We look at your gutters, downpipes and roofline and spot the blockages, build-up and signs of wear.
Safe access
We set up with ladders, scaffolding or a gutter vacuum system, whichever suits the access, with as little disruption as possible.
Full clearance
We remove all the moss, leaves, silt and debris, including from the outlets and downpipes, so water flows freely through the whole system.
Check and advice
We tell you about any damage or likely problems, and can recommend gutter guards or replacement sections if you need them.
Questions we're asked
Why do gutters need emptying?
Moss, leaves and silt build up until the water can't get away. Gutters then overflow, and the water damages your brickwork, roofline, foundations and eventually the inside of the house.
How do you reach the gutters?
It depends on the property. We use ladders, scaffolding or a gutter vacuum system, and choose whichever is safest for the access you have.
Do you clear the downpipes too?
Yes. We clear the outlets and downpipes as well as the gutters, so water flows through the entire system.
What if you find damage?
We'll tell you after the clean, and can recommend gutter guards or replacement sections if they're needed.
How long does it take?
Your gutters are cleared in a single visit, with as little mess and disruption as possible.
How much does gutter emptying cost?
It depends on the size of the property and the access. Get in touch and we'll give you a free, no-obligation quote.
What customers say
Had a full team and they were amazing. Can not believe the difference - the roof tiles 35 years old now look brand new and the 5yr guarantee means no more moss or clogging of drain pipes. Am super happy and they cleaned up so well - and there was a lot to clear up. Windows and gutters all sparkling.
“We had a 4 man team for 2 days cleaning the exterior of the house. Every member of the team was friendly, approachable, professional and worked to a very high standard. The team turned up on-time, got their equipment set up and went to work. Couldn't be happier with the service; the attention to detail and end result speaks for itself; one of my neighbours even came round to enquire about having their house done. I highly recommend Blue Shield; you wont be disappointed.”
Checkatrade review
“2 day clean carried out on a very large residential roof. The results are outstanding and the house looks new. The team were polite and friendly and explained everything they were doing across the 2 days. Also had 2 slipped tiles and a broken tile that were all fixed too. I would highly recommend Blueshield!”
Checkatrade review
“What a superb job! We couldn't be happier with the results. The house looks amazing. The guys were super professional as well as being so polite and accommodating. We highly recommend them to anyone thinking of giving their house a makeover!”
Checkatrade review
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Where we work
Based in Southampton, we cover Hampshire and the South Coast. Not on the list? Ask us: we cover the whole South Coast.
- Aldershot
- Andover
- Basingstoke
- Eastleigh
- Emsworth
- Fareham
- Farnborough
- Fleet
- Gosport
- Havant
- Hedge End
- Horndean
- Hythe
- Locks Heath, Warsash and Whiteley
- New Milton
- Portsmouth
- Southampton
- Stubbington
- Totton
- Winchester
Get a free gutter emptying quote
Tell us about your property and we'll arrange a visit to survey it and give you an exact price. It costs nothing.