Gutter Cleaning & Repair Serving the Willamette Valley
Clogged gutters don't just look bad, they send water straight into your foundation, fascia, and basement. DeMoss & GutterMan LLC has been clearing Oregon gutters since 1984. We clean, flush, inspect, and repair every system we touch, so you know exactly what you're working with before problems start.
What Clogged Gutters Actually Cost You
Most homeowners don't think about their gutters until something goes wrong. By then, the damage is already done. A single blocked downspout during a winter storm is enough to redirect hundreds of gallons of water into places it should never reach.
- Foundation erosion: Water pooling at the base of your home saturates the soil and slowly undermines the structural support beneath your slab or crawl space.
- Fascia and soffit rot: Overflow soaks the wooden boards behind your gutters, leading to decay that can spread into the roofline if left untreated.
- Basement and crawl space flooding: When water has nowhere to go, it finds the lowest point, often through hairline cracks in your foundation walls.
- Landscape destruction: Concentrated water discharge strips topsoil, kills plants, and can erode pathways and retaining features over a single wet season.
Our Gutter Cleaning Process Start to Finish
Step 1: Roof and Gutter Inspection
Before we touch a leaf, we walk the roofline and assess gutter slope, bracket integrity, downspout condition, and any visible damage. This tells us what we're dealing with and flags anything that needs repair.
Step 2: Full Debris Removal
We clear gutters by hand and with professional blowers, removing all leaves, moss, seed pods, and compacted debris. Everything is bagged and removed from the property, we don't blow it onto your landscaping.
Step 3: Downspout Flush and Test
Each downspout is flushed with water to confirm free flow from top to bottom. If a downspout is blocked, we clear it before finishing. You won't find out it was still clogged the next time it rains.
Step 4: Final Report and Recommendations
We walk you through what we found, photos if needed, and tell you plainly if any gutters need repair, re-sloping, or guard installation. No pressure, just the facts so you can make an informed call.
Gutter Repair Services That Fix the Actual Problem
Gutters fail in predictable ways, and most of them don't require a full replacement. If your gutters are structurally sound, a targeted repair is faster, less expensive, and just as effective as starting over. Here's what we handle.
Rehanging Loose or Sagging Gutters
Gutters that have pulled away from the fascia or begun to sag collect standing water and pull further over time. We re-secure hangers, replacing spikes with lag screws where needed, and reset the pitch so water runs where it should.
Resealing Joints, End Caps, and Downspout Connections
Leaking seams and end caps are among the most common gutter failures in older systems. We clean out the failed sealant, prepare the joint surface, and apply a fresh sealant rated for Oregon's wet winters.
Replacing Damaged or Crushed Gutter Sections
Ladder impacts, falling branches, and ice loading can crush or crack individual runs. We match the existing profile and color as closely as possible and replace only the section that needs it, keeping disruption and cost minimal.
Correcting Pitch and Grade on Existing Systems
Gutters that were installed without adequate slope, or that have shifted over years of thermal movement, hold water instead of draining it. We re-slope the affected run to restore proper drainage without replacing the whole system.
Signs Your Gutters Are Ready to Be Cleaned
You don't need to climb a ladder to know your gutters need attention. These four signs are visible from the ground, and each one is telling you something specific about what's happening above.
Water Spilling Over the Sides
If you see water cascading over the front of your gutters during rain, the channel is blocked. This is the most visible sign, and it means water is hitting your foundation right now.
Gutters Pulling Away or Sagging
Gutters heavy with compacted debris pull the brackets away from the fascia board. Left unchecked, this creates gaps that let water run directly behind the gutter and into the wall.
Plants Growing in the Gutter
If weeds or moss have taken root in your gutters, the debris layer is deep enough to hold moisture and support growth. This is a sign the system hasn't been cleared in at least one full season.
Dark Staining on Siding Below the Gutter
Vertical black or brown streaks on your siding below the gutter line are caused by constant overflow. They signal both a blocked gutter and the beginning of potential siding or paint damage.
Your Gutter Cleaning and Repair Questions, Answered
How often should gutters be cleaned on an Oregon home?
In the Pacific Northwest, most homes need gutters cleaned twice a year, once in late fall after the leaves drop, and once in early spring to clear winter debris and moss. Homes with heavy tree coverage may need a third cleaning in summer when seeds and needles accumulate fastest.What damage can happen if I skip gutter cleaning for a full year?
A full year without cleaning in Oregon's wet climate is enough time for water to begin eroding your foundation, rotting fascia boards, and flooding your basement or crawl space. It also gives moss a foothold in your gutters, which makes the next cleaning significantly harder and more expensive.How long does a professional gutter cleaning take for a typical house?
For a standard single-storey home, a professional gutter cleaning typically takes between 45 minutes and 90 minutes. A two-storey home with a complex roofline or heavy debris load can take up to two and a half hours. The inspection and downspout flush are included in every visit.Is it safe to clean gutters yourself instead of hiring a professional?
Ladder falls are one of the leading causes of home-maintenance injuries for homeowners. Beyond the safety risk, most DIY cleans miss packed debris in elbows and downspout blockages. A professional cleans more thoroughly and can identify damage you wouldn't notice from a ladder.Do you clean gutters year-round or only in certain seasons?
We clean gutters throughout the year. Oregon's rain doesn't follow a schedule, and neither do blocked gutters. If you've noticed overflow or it's been more than six months since your last clean, the right time to book is now, regardless of the season.How do I know whether my gutters need to be repaired or replaced?
If gutters are structurally sound, with no cracks, holes, or severe corrosion, and failing only at seams, hangers, or pitch, repair is usually the right call. If sections are cracked, crushed, or pulling the fascia with them, replacing the affected run makes more sense. We assess both options and tell you which one your situation actually warrants. If a full new seamless system is the better answer, see our gutter installation page.Can you repair just one section of my gutters?
Yes. We replace only the damaged run, matching the existing profile and color as closely as possible, so you are not paying for a full system when you do not need one.Why are my gutters leaking at the seams or corners?
Failed sealant at joints, end caps, and downspout connections is the most common cause in older systems. We clean out the old sealant, prepare the surface, and reseal with a product rated for Oregon's wet winters.Is DeMoss & GutterMan LLC licensed to work on gutters in Oregon?
Yes. DeMoss & GutterMan LLC holds an active Oregon CCB #174358 contractor license and is EPA Lead-Safe certified. We carry current general liability insurance and can provide documentation before any job begins.
Blocked Gutters Won't Fix Themselves
Every week you wait is another heavy rain your gutters aren't ready for. DeMoss & GutterMan LLC has protected Oregon homes for 42+ years, let us clean or repair yours.
We Stand Behind Every Job.
