Maintenance Schedule
How Often Should You Clean Your Gutters? (GTA Homeowners)
Most Markham homes need gutter cleaning twice a year. But your actual frequency depends on how much tree cover you have, your roof pitch, and whether you use gutter guards. Here's a straightforward guide.
The Standard: Twice Per Year
Late spring and late fall. This covers 80% of homes in Markham, Unionville, Thornhill, and Richmond Hill.
Three to Four Times Per Year
Book quarterly if you have mature maples, oaks, or pines within 20 feet of the house, if your neighbourhood has heavy tree canopy, or if you've had overflow issues before.
Pine needles are the worst offender — they clog downspout screens faster than any other debris and often require monthly clearing during needle-drop season.
Every 2–3 Years (with Gutter Guards)
Quality gutter guards extend cleaning intervals significantly, but they don't eliminate the need. Fine debris still accumulates underneath, and guards themselves need to be lifted and rinsed periodically.
Frequently asked questions
Can I clean my gutters just once a year?
Only if you have very little tree cover. For most Markham homes, once a year is enough to cause overflow in one of the two seasons you skipped.
How do I know if my gutters need cleaning right now?
Look for water spilling over the front edge during rain, streaks or stains down your siding, plants growing in the gutter, or sagging sections.
Not sure how often your home needs cleaning? We do free assessments and can recommend a schedule based on your specific property.
Fast, safe, fully insured gutter cleaning across Markham and the GTA.