Gutter Cleaning Is Better Left To Professionals

Understandably, many Farmville residents would prefer to save unnecessary pressure washing expenses and perform chores on their own whenever possible. However, we urge you to reconsider when it comes to gutter cleaning and roof washing. The hazards involved with positioning yourself at the top of a ladder combined with the potential for damage to your roof and gutter structures are not worth it! In these situations, it's better to spend a little extra money for a professional cleaning that ensures your safety and guarantees your property remains in its best possible condition. You aren't saving money if you have to spend even more on hospital bills or repairing damages!

Warthan's Power Washing for Farmville employs professional technicians who are trained in the proper procedure for handling rooftop & gutter area pressure washing and will be enthusiastic to take on these projects for you.

Trapped Insects Can Present A Hazard

One of the reasons gutter cleaning can be potentially hazardous to the average person is that it's hard to know what to expect from cluttered gutters. The most common types of debris to clog gutters are things that fall from trees: broken twigs, clumps of leaves, and accumulated dirt and soil from wind and rainstorms. Plenty of pests can, unfortunately, end up intermixed with these things as well. Fallen tree bits and leaves are often home to insects that suddenly find themselves in a foreign and harsh environment with no means of escape. Oftentimes this can include bees, wasps, beetles, and even spiders. Even though many of these are docile or don't naturally behave aggressively unless provoked, the foreign environment and perceived disturbance that accompanies gutter cleaning can result in attacks or erratic behavior. When balancing on a ladder, having a stinging or biting insect attack can result in bad accidents! Our trained pressure washing professionals have encountered all types of these things before and know what types of protective gear to wear and how to respond calmly when these instances occur.

Fragile Shingles Can Be Easily Damaged

While damage to oneself is the most pressing reason not to attempt gutter cleaning, damage to your roof and gutter is also important to prevent. Roofing shingles are generally made from thin, fragile ceramics and are anything but sturdy. Similarly, gutters are generally only connected to the roof by small attachments that aren't designed to withstand a high degree of force or pressure. When handling either one, it's important to know what areas of the gutters or roofs can handle the weight of a ladder and the weight of a person. It's also important to know the proper pressure washing technique and maximum force appropriate that won't damage the shingles. Therefore, ascending to the level of the roof can be accomplished safely and without risking damage.