Q: How often should I clean my gutters?

You’ll want to clean gutters once or twice a year—in early spring and again in fall—to keep water flowing and avoid pricey leaks. Homes tucked beneath tall trees or hit with heavy debris may need two to four visits instead. Staying on schedule protects your roof, siding, and foundation from costly water damage.

Q: Do I need to clean gutters if I have gutter guards?

Even with gutter guards , plan on an occasional cleaning—just not as often as homes without guards. Installing gutter guards blocks leaves, but grit and shingle granules still slip through and pile up over time. A quick sweep keeps water moving and stops overflow that can damage your roof or foundation.

Q: What are the warning signs that my gutters need cleaning?

Watch for overflowing water, slow or silent downspouts, sagging sections, or debris peeking over the gutter edge. You might also spot water stains, weeds, or an increasing number of ants in certain areas. Any of these red flags means it’s time to call a gutter cleaning pro for service before minor clogs turn into major leaks.

Q: What are the consequences of neglecting gutter cleaning?

Skip cleanings for too long and gutters overflow, sending water under shingles, down siding, and toward the foundation. The result can be mold, rotted fascia, basement leaks, and repair bills that dwarf the price of a quick cleaning. It can also mean that future cleanings will be more expensive as it will take pros longer to deep clean gutters that are full of heavy debris. Staying on schedule saves money and headaches.

Q: How long does gutter cleaning take?

Plan on gutter cleaning service to take an average of one hour for an average single-story home and two to three hours for taller houses. Add extra time if gutter guards need to come off or clogs are packed in. Pros work methodically, clearing every linear foot so water can flow freely again.

Curb Appeal Power Wash, LLC

Curb Appeal Power Wash, LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

25 years of experience

We treat every project like we would our mothers, and we have ol-fashion service with our award winning team. Our residential and commercial services are Exterior cleaning and roof cleaning, Gutters and Gutter Guards, and Holiday lighting. Whether you own a home, a business, an apartment complex, or anything in between, your property deserves a premium clean from the soft wash experts at Curb Appeal Power Wash.

"I’ve used Curb Apeal for Christmas lighting for the past three years. Their crew is very professional, personable and attentive to detail. I wouldn’t use anyone else."

martha s on February 2026

We treat every project like we would our mothers, and we have ol-fashion service with our award winning team. Our residential and commercial services are Exterior cleaning and roof cleaning, Gutters and Gutter Guards, and Holiday lighting. Whether you own a home, a business, an apartment complex, or anything in between, your property deserves a premium clean from the soft wash experts at Curb Appeal Power Wash.

"I’ve used Curb Apeal for Christmas lighting for the past three years. Their crew is very professional, personable and attentive to detail. I wouldn’t use anyone else."

martha s on February 2026

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

Customers say: Quality work

21 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

As the most reliable gutter protection brand in North America, LeafFilter Gutter Protection has improved the strength and longevity of gutter systems from coast to coast. The LeafFilter team provides gutter replacement, cleaning, and repairs in addition to installing gutter guards. From its innovative design and award-winning technology to its professional installation, LeafFilter protects the value of your home and is the perfect complement to your roof. Its patented three-piece system features a stainless steel micromesh screen, structural hangers, and uPVC framing to optimize debris repellence and weather resistance.

"They were great."

Charles D on February 2026

As the most reliable gutter protection brand in North America, LeafFilter Gutter Protection has improved the strength and longevity of gutter systems from coast to coast. The LeafFilter team provides gutter replacement, cleaning, and repairs in addition to installing gutter guards. From its innovative design and award-winning technology to its professional installation, LeafFilter protects the value of your home and is the perfect complement to your roof. Its patented three-piece system features a stainless steel micromesh screen, structural hangers, and uPVC framing to optimize debris repellence and weather resistance.

"They were great."

Charles D on February 2026

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

Customers say: Quality work

21 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

As the most reliable gutter protection brand in North America, LeafFilter Gutter Protection has improved the strength and longevity of gutter systems from coast to coast. The LeafFilter team provides gutter replacement, cleaning, and repairs in addition to installing gutter guards. From its innovative design and award-winning technology to its professional installation, LeafFilter protects the value of your home and is the perfect complement to your roof. Its patented three-piece system features a stainless steel micromesh screen, structural hangers, and uPVC framing to optimize debris repellence and weather resistance.

"Professional and fair pricing"

Patrick K on February 2025

As the most reliable gutter protection brand in North America, LeafFilter Gutter Protection has improved the strength and longevity of gutter systems from coast to coast. The LeafFilter team provides gutter replacement, cleaning, and repairs in addition to installing gutter guards. From its innovative design and award-winning technology to its professional installation, LeafFilter protects the value of your home and is the perfect complement to your roof. Its patented three-piece system features a stainless steel micromesh screen, structural hangers, and uPVC framing to optimize debris repellence and weather resistance.

"Professional and fair pricing"

Patrick K on February 2025

A-n-T Home Improvement

A-n-T Home Improvement

Customers say: Quick response

13 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

A-n-T Home Improvement is a locally owned and operated General Contractor in Wamego. We serve with honesty, integrity, and Quality of service. We treat our customer and your home with respect. We offer a variety of Home Improvement and renovation services, that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Bathroom, Kitchen and Full Interior renovations. Also do small projects and Handyman Services. We offer a wide range of expertise in a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and we guarantee complete satisfaction. All work carry's a Warranty. Seniors and Vets receive 10% off labor. We accept Cash, Checks, and Venmo for payment.*** Thanks. We are here to help you build your dream home. And be your contractor for all future needs. Thanks and God Bless. Al Goldberg Owner.

"Customer service was amazing he even explained tools to my 3 year old grandson, did excellent work with replacing 4 of my windows and cleaned everything all in 1 day, replaced my front porch and skirting and was always available for any questions or concerns and very polite I definitely recommend for any and all home improvements. The best part is they are very professional and they care each time they called they would always see how my mom was doing after her stroke. A+++++ in my book "

Laura W on December 2025

A-n-T Home Improvement is a locally owned and operated General Contractor in Wamego. We serve with honesty, integrity, and Quality of service. We treat our customer and your home with respect. We offer a variety of Home Improvement and renovation services, that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Bathroom, Kitchen and Full Interior renovations. Also do small projects and Handyman Services. We offer a wide range of expertise in a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and we guarantee complete satisfaction. All work carry's a Warranty. Seniors and Vets receive 10% off labor. We accept Cash, Checks, and Venmo for payment.*** Thanks. We are here to help you build your dream home. And be your contractor for all future needs. Thanks and God Bless. Al Goldberg Owner.

"Customer service was amazing he even explained tools to my 3 year old grandson, did excellent work with replacing 4 of my windows and cleaned everything all in 1 day, replaced my front porch and skirting and was always available for any questions or concerns and very polite I definitely recommend for any and all home improvements. The best part is they are very professional and they care each time they called they would always see how my mom was doing after her stroke. A+++++ in my book "

Laura W on December 2025

Shiver Me Timbers LLC

Shiver Me Timbers LLC

10 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Great team. The work needed to be done was located in a ‘hard to get at’ location on my property and they planned, organized the work, brought equipment, safely removed massive trees, and cleaned up the debris without damaging structures or property."

Wayne U on January 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Great team. The work needed to be done was located in a ‘hard to get at’ location on my property and they planned, organized the work, brought equipment, safely removed massive trees, and cleaned up the debris without damaging structures or property."

Wayne U on January 2025

Midland Exteriors

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Midland Exteriors

4.83(

42

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Midland Exteriors is a full service window, siding, door and guttering company. We utilize the best products and installation that are on the market. Midland Exteriors currently employees 11 reps and installers.

K-Guard Kansas City

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K-Guard Kansas City

4.80(

55

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Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

The K-Guard System - Unlike most leaf gutter guards, K-Guard is a completely engineered, fully integrated, leaf free system. No other leaf gutter guards can offer the protection, strength, durability, capacity and attractiveness of our K-Guard gutter covers. The K-Guard gutter cover system is built around our patented, high-strength hangers which are made of all-weather, high-impact polymers. The lifespan of the K-Guard leaf gutter guard system is practically unlimited. Because our gutters are a full 5-inches wide, our system is able to drain more water than other, smaller leaf rain cover gutters and leaf gutter guards. In contrast to the sharp corners and vertical faces of most rain gutter systems, the smooth, curved appearance of K-Guard complements and adds beauty to your home. K-Guard's patented and professionally installed leaf free gutter guard protection system is so effective at keeping leaves and debris out of your gutters, it's guaranteed to remain clog-free for life unlike those other gutter covers and leaf guards on the market - so cleaning gutters will never be a part of your life.

"I had the K-Guard system installed on my first house and was so pleased with it, I had them come out and install their system again on my new house."

Mark S on May 2023

The K-Guard System - Unlike most leaf gutter guards, K-Guard is a completely engineered, fully integrated, leaf free system. No other leaf gutter guards can offer the protection, strength, durability, capacity and attractiveness of our K-Guard gutter covers. The K-Guard gutter cover system is built around our patented, high-strength hangers which are made of all-weather, high-impact polymers. The lifespan of the K-Guard leaf gutter guard system is practically unlimited. Because our gutters are a full 5-inches wide, our system is able to drain more water than other, smaller leaf rain cover gutters and leaf gutter guards. In contrast to the sharp corners and vertical faces of most rain gutter systems, the smooth, curved appearance of K-Guard complements and adds beauty to your home. K-Guard's patented and professionally installed leaf free gutter guard protection system is so effective at keeping leaves and debris out of your gutters, it's guaranteed to remain clog-free for life unlike those other gutter covers and leaf guards on the market - so cleaning gutters will never be a part of your life.

"I had the K-Guard system installed on my first house and was so pleased with it, I had them come out and install their system again on my new house."

Mark S on May 2023

Arrow Exteriors INc

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Arrow Exteriors INc

5.00(

8

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Exterior home improvements. We install James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding.

Rolox Home Service LLC

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Rolox Home Service LLC

4.76(

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

Rolox Home Service has been a leader in the Kansas City home improvement community for over thirty years. Utilizing only the very best products and materials, our experienced craftsmen can improve your home with: Energy-Saving Replacement Windows & Doors Maintenance-free Vinyl Siding Maintenance-free Gutter Protection Under Decking Bathroom Tub and Shower Liners Give us a call today at 1-800-950-3060 to schedule a free, no-obligation, in-home appointment or visit us at www.roloxhomeservice.com

"Insulation guys were great but the windows are horrible. They let cold air in worse than our old windows. We called them and they finally came out and put a little strip of Insulation on them and they still let in cold air and whistle when the wind blows. We have called and left messages and no calls back. I wouldn't recommend Rolox windows to anyone. Paid around 1000$ per window and still cold air comes in. Never again."

Doug N on June 2022

Rolox Home Service has been a leader in the Kansas City home improvement community for over thirty years. Utilizing only the very best products and materials, our experienced craftsmen can improve your home with: Energy-Saving Replacement Windows & Doors Maintenance-free Vinyl Siding Maintenance-free Gutter Protection Under Decking Bathroom Tub and Shower Liners Give us a call today at 1-800-950-3060 to schedule a free, no-obligation, in-home appointment or visit us at www.roloxhomeservice.com

"Insulation guys were great but the windows are horrible. They let cold air in worse than our old windows. We called them and they finally came out and put a little strip of Insulation on them and they still let in cold air and whistle when the wind blows. We have called and left messages and no calls back. I wouldn't recommend Rolox windows to anyone. Paid around 1000$ per window and still cold air comes in. Never again."

Doug N on June 2022