Handyman & maintenance
Gutter Cleaning, Guards & Downspout Repair in the Lake Livingston Area
Clogged gutters cleaned out, guards installed and sagging downspouts fixed, so roof water goes where it should.
Gutters that actually carry the water away
Around Lake Livingston, pine needles, oak leaves and pollen fill gutters fast. A clogged gutter overflows at the first heavy rain, spilling water against the fascia, down the siding and around the foundation.
Onalaska Builders cleans and maintains gutters with our own crews.
Gutter services include:
- Cleaning debris out of gutters and downspouts
- Installing gutter guards
- Repairing sagging downspouts
Why it matters
What clogged gutters cost you
- Rotted fascia and soffits. Overflowing water soaks the boards behind the gutter. See rotten wood replacement.
- Water at the foundation. Roof runoff dumped next to the house wets the soil under the foundation. See drainage solutions and foundation repair.
- Stained and damaged siding where water sheets down the wall. See siding repair.
- Sagging or pulled-away gutters from the weight of wet debris.
- Pests. Standing water and wet debris attract mosquitoes and other insects.
Pine country
How often should gutters be cleaned under pines?
Twice a year is a common rule of thumb for gutters in general, often in late spring and late fall. Homes under or near pine and oak trees usually need cleaning more often, because needles and leaves fall much of the year and pack down into mats that block water.
Signs your gutters need attention now:
- Water spilling over the edge during rain
- Plants or seedlings growing in the gutter
- Gutters sagging or pulling away from the fascia
- Little or no water coming out of the downspouts
- Staining on the siding below the gutter
Gutter guards
Are gutter guards worth it?
Gutter guards cover the gutter to keep most leaves and needles out while letting water in. They can cut down how often gutters need cleaning, which is especially helpful on tall homes and houses surrounded by trees.
They are not no-maintenance. Fine debris and pine needles can still collect on top of or inside some guards, so an occasional check is still a good idea. The right style depends on the trees around your home and the gutters you have.
Lake and timber country
Gutter services around Lake Livingston
We clean gutters and install guards within about 35 miles of Onalaska, including Livingston, Point Blank, Coldspring, Shepherd, Groveton, Trinity, Huntsville, Cleveland and Willis. See our full service area.
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Questions
Gutter Services questions
How often should I clean my gutters?
Twice a year is a common rule of thumb. Homes under or near pine and oak trees usually need cleaning more often, because needles and leaves fall much of the year.
Do gutter guards stop all clogs?
No. Guards keep most leaves and needles out and can reduce how often gutters need cleaning, but fine debris and needles can still collect, so an occasional check is still a good idea.
Can clogged gutters damage my house?
Yes. Overflowing gutters can rot fascia and soffits, stain siding, and dump water next to the foundation.
How do I get an estimate for gutter work?
Call (806) 480-0328 or send the estimate form with the town or ZIP code, whether the home is one or two stories, and whether you want cleaning, guards or downspout repair.
Get started
Gutters overflowing?
Tell us about your home and what the gutters need. Send the form or give us a call.