Spending thousands on professional gutter cleaning services may not have been necessary, as DIY cleaning tools could have been a more cost-effective alternative.
Lauren Bradbury, the Content Editor for the House Manual section since January 2025, has decided to take a DIY approach to gutter cleaning in an effort to save money. With a background in English and Creative Writing, and experience as a freelancer and a full-time freelancer for online publications, including Real Homes and our platform, Lauren is no stranger to home improvement projects.
In her terraced house, professional gutter cleaning costs around £150 per cleaning, sometimes up to three times a year. Over five years, this has amounted to a hefty sum of around £2,000. To cut down on these costs, Lauren has turned to DIY gutter cleaning tools.
Gutter guards are a popular choice for keeping gutters clean and preventing leaks. Glen Peskett from Saxton Blades warns that homeowners often wait too long to clean their gutters, which can lead to disastrous leaks. A 'hedgehog' variety of gutter brush like the ZYBUX Gutter Brush is effective for gutter cleaning, while outlet gutter guards can prevent leaves and large debris from entering downpipes.
For those who prefer a more hands-on approach, a gutter scraper with an extension pole is available, allowing for gutter cleaning without a ladder, or hooking onto a ladder for closer inspection. A Universal Fit Gutter Cleaning Kit for Blowers by Worx is also an option, priced at £57.68 on Amazon, making the process safer for gutter cleaning with a leaf blower.
A pressure washer extension kit is another tool that can be used for gutter cleaning, moving through the guttering and using high-pressure water to dislodge leaves and sludge. It's important to note that a ladder is necessary for gutter cleaning, regardless of the type of house. A particular ladder model with four different configurations is mentioned.
A 50m hose is recommended for hosing down gutters after cleaning, while an affordable gutter cleaning brush with a telescopic handle is available, requiring no ladder for use. For a more budget-friendly option, a bucket priced at £1 is available for gutter cleaning, featuring a carry handle for easy use on a ladder.
Lauren also plans to invest in honeycomb lattice ratios for her gutter cleaning endeavours. Gutter cleaning equipment can ultimately save money in the long run because they'll be reusable. Prevention is better than the cure, and Glen suggests using gutter guards to keep gutters clean and prevent leaking.
Cleaning gutters professionally can cost between £50 and £500, depending on various factors. However, with the right tools and a bit of elbow grease, homeowners like Lauren can take control of their gutter cleaning and save themselves some hard-earned cash.
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