Gutter Cleaning Lennox Head & Northern Rivers
We clear leaves, sludge and debris from gutters, valleys and downpipes, flush the downpipes to check they run freely, and send before/after photos. Recommended at least once a year — and twice a year for homes near trees or the beach, where salt and leaf sludge rust Colorbond gutters faster.
Why this matters on the Northern Rivers coast
On the Northern Rivers, gutters don't just fill with leaves — they fill with a salty, wet sludge that sits against the metal and speeds up rust. Beachfront homes get salt spray and wind-blown sand; hinterland homes like Bangalow and Alstonville get leaf litter and tree sap that turns to a soggy blockage. Either way, that moisture held against the gutter and fascia causes corrosion, timber rot and the kind of overflow that runs back into eaves and walls.
In bushfire-prone areas across the Northern Rivers, a gutter full of dry leaves is a real ember-trap risk too. A proper clear and flush keeps water moving the right way, extends the life of your gutters, and removes a fuel load you don't want in fire season.
Signs you need this
- Water cascading over the gutter edge in rain instead of down the downpipe
- Sagging or pulling-away gutters heavy with sludge
- Plants or grass growing in the gutter
- Water stains or rot on the fascia boards
- Mosquitoes breeding in pooled gutter water
- Downpipes overflowing or not draining at all
What we do, step by step
- 1
We safely access the gutters and clear all leaves, sludge and debris by hand.
- 2
Valleys and downpipes are checked and cleared, then each downpipe is flushed to confirm it runs freely.
- 3
We inspect gutters for rust, leaks, loose brackets and sagging while we're up there.
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All debris is bagged and taken away — no mess left on your lawn.
- 5
You receive before/after photos and a short note on anything we spotted.
What's included
- Debris removal from gutters and valleys by hand
- All rubbish bagged and taken away
- Downpipes flushed to confirm free flow
- Gutters and valleys checked for rust, leaks and loose brackets
- Before/after photos sent to you
- Honest note on any repairs we spot (quoted separately)
Materials we use — and why they suit coastal homes
We clear by hand rather than blowing, so debris doesn't end up in your downpipes or all over your garden. Downpipes are flushed with water to confirm they run clear, not just assumed. Any gutter guard we supply is coastal-grade mesh that keeps leaves out but lets water through — not the cheap plastic rolls that sag and trap sludge.
How often should gutters be cleaned?
At least once a year for every Northern Rivers home. Twice a year if you're near trees or the beach — the salt-and-leaf sludge builds up fast and holds moisture against the metal. Beachfront homes in Lennox Head, Byron Bay and Evans Head benefit from a six-monthly clear; hinterland homes in Bangalow and Alstonville with heavy tree cover usually need the same. We'll send a reminder when the next clean is due.
Add-ons
Gutter guard supply and install — coastal-grade mesh to cut future clearing right down. Minor gutter and downpipe repairs found during the clean — a loose bracket, a small leak, a rust spot treated early — are quoted on the spot so you can decide on the day. We can also clear and flush while doing a roof wash or driveway pressure clean as a bundle.
How much does it cost?
from $300 for a standard single-storey home
Two-storey homes, long runs of gutter, or heavily blocked gutters cost more and are quoted after a quick look. Book a gutter clean with a roof wash or driveway clean and save — ask for a bundle quote. Our minimum call-out is $300. Every price is confirmed on site before we start.
Before & after
Gutter clearing — Byron Bay