Gutter Cleaning in Des Moines
Clear flow, no surprise drainage.
Most central Iowa homes need gutter cleaning twice a year — late spring after seed-pod drop and late fall after leaves. JBL Exterior Pros hand-clears every run, flushes every downspout, and photo-documents the work before leaving.
- Recommended frequency
- 2x per year (spring + fall)
- Visit time
- 1.5–3 hours typical
- What's included
- Hand-clear, flush, photo report
Gutter Cleaning, in detail.
Clogged gutters are the most common — and most preventable — cause of fascia rot and foundation water. We hand-clear every run, flush every downspout, and confirm water flow before we leave.
- Hand removal of leaves, sediment, and debris
- Downspout flush — confirmed flow
- Gutter exterior wipe-down where needed
- Photo documentation of cleared runs
- Gutter guard cleaning (where installed)
Three steps, no surprises.
- 01
Property assessment
We walk the perimeter, note runs and downspout count, check fascia and soffit condition, and identify any problem zones (overhanging trees, valley dumps).
- 02
Hand-clear and flush
Every run cleared by hand — we don't blow debris onto your roof. Each downspout gets flushed and visually confirmed for flow.
- 03
Final walk and documentation
Photos of cleared gutters, debris bagged and removed, walk-through with you. If a downspout doesn't flow, we tell you on the spot — no surprises in spring.
Gutter Cleaning, on the job.
Frequently asked gutter cleaning questions
01How often should gutters be cleaned?
Twice a year for most central Iowa homes — late spring (after seed-pods) and late fall (after leaf drop). Heavily-treed properties may need a third in mid-summer.02Do you fix issues you find?
We document and report — loose hangers, sagging runs, fascia rot. Minor fixes we can usually handle on the spot; bigger repairs we'll recommend a specialist and won't add filler work.03Do gutter guards mean you don't need cleaning?
No. Even the best guards collect fine debris on top and let some material through. Most homes with guards still need annual cleaning — just lighter and faster.04How much does gutter cleaning cost in Des Moines?
Pricing depends on home height, total run length, downspout count, and whether gutter guards are installed. Downspout flush and confirmed-flow inspection are included on every visit — no upcharge for either.05What about ice dams in winter?
Ice dams form when clogged gutters back water up under shingles, where it freezes and expands. The best prevention is fall cleaning before first freeze (typically late October–early November in central Iowa). We don't service active ice dams in winter — that's a specialized job.06Will you check the fascia and soffits?
Yes. While we're on the ladder cleaning gutters, we look for fascia rot, soffit damage, loose hangers, and pitch problems. We document anything we find in the photos and report it to you on the walk-through.07Why not just clean them myself?
Honest answer: gutter cleaning is one of the more dangerous home tasks (ladder falls are the leading cause of home injury). It's also one of the easiest to do incompletely — missing a downspout clog doesn't show until the next big rain, when water spills over the gutter and damages the fascia. We do it safely and confirm the work — that's the value.08Do you clean commercial properties?
Yes, smaller commercial properties (storefronts, small offices, apartment buildings under three stories). For larger commercial gutter contracts we partner with crews equipped for that scale — we'll refer you if your property is beyond what we handle.
Ready for gutter cleaning?
A JBL rep walks your property in person within one business day. Honest pricing, real recommendations, no obligation.