Gutter Cleaning
Blocked gutters cause water damage, leaks and pest problems. JJ clears them out properly and checks downpipes are flowing.
What’s included
- Leaves, twigs and debris removed by hand
- Downpipe flow checked
- Single-storey homes (talk to JJ for double-storey)
- Pairs well with autumn leaf blowing
Best for
Homeowners · Real estate agents
More on gutter cleaning
Most insurance claims for water damage in Melbourne homes start with a blocked gutter. A single afternoon of heavy rain is enough to send overflow back under the eaves, into the wall cavity and onto the ceiling. By the time you see the stain, the damage is already in the four-figure range. JJ clears gutters before that happens — twice a year for clients with deciduous trees, once a year for everyone else.
JJ's gutter clean is hands-on. Debris is lifted out by hand and bagged on the spot, not blown back into the garden where it just makes its way to the gutter again. Downpipes get a check at the top entry to make sure water can get away properly. If a downpipe is blocked, JJ will flush it and tell you straight if it needs more work than that.
The right time to book is late autumn, after the worst of the leaf drop, and again in early spring before the storm season hits. Suburbs like Box Hill, Mitcham, Blackburn and Vermont have a lot of mature deciduous trees, so most homes there benefit from twice-a-year gutter cleans. Houses with metal roofs and no trees nearby may only need a once-a-year visit.
How JJ does it
- 1
Walk and assess
Quick walk around the perimeter to spot obvious overflows, sagging sections or rusted seams.
- 2
Clear by hand
Ladder-access work, debris hand-removed and bagged, no spraying it back into the garden.
- 3
Downpipe check
Each downpipe entry checked and cleared. Any blockages flushed where possible.
- 4
Final pass and report
Final visual check, photos sent of any concerns (rust, damage, things to watch).
Often paired with
JJ regularly bundles gutter cleaning with these services in the same visit.
Other services
Bundled visits keep costs down and reduce back-and-forth booking.
Lawn Mowing
Regular or one-off mowing to keep your lawn pristine.
Hedge Trimming
Sharp, even hedges that lift the whole property.
Planting & Pruning
Plant selection, pruning and garden shaping.
Leaf Blowing
Driveways, paths and garden beds cleared in one visit.
Weeding & Spraying
Hand weeding plus targeted spray treatments.
Garden Pest Control
Identification and treatment of garden pests.
Gutter Cleaning — common questions
How often should gutters be cleaned in Melbourne?
Once a year for most homes, before the storm season. Properties under mature eucalypts or deciduous trees usually want twice — once in late autumn after the leaf drop and once in spring.Do you check the downpipes as well?
Yes. Clearing the gutter and leaving a blocked downpipe achieves nothing. JJ confirms each downpipe is flowing before finishing.What roof heights do you work at?
Single storey and accessible double storey from a ladder. Steep, tiled or high roofs that need harness work are referred on rather than attempted.
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Ring Justus and you’ll get him, not a call centre. Or send the form and he’ll come back to you within a day.
Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs.
Mon to Sat, 7am to 6pm. Fully insured, ABN registered.