Service

Gutter Brightening & Cleaning

Remove the black tiger-stripes from gutters and restore the original white finish

Those black vertical streaks on the front of white gutters aren't dirt — they're a chemical staining called electrostatic bonding, and a regular pressure wash won't touch them. We use a specific gutter brightener that breaks the bond and restores the original color. While we're up there, we also clear the inside of leaves and debris.

What's included

Removes the black tiger-striping that pressure washing alone cannot
Interior gutter cleaning included — leaves, pine straw, debris
Downspouts flushed and tested
Soffit and fascia rinse included
Prevents overflow damage to siding and foundation
Most homes done in 1.5 to 2.5 hours

Common questions about gutter brightening

Why are my gutters black even after a pressure wash?

It's an electrostatic stain, not surface dirt. Tar and asphalt particles wash off the roof, get charged by friction, and bond to the gutter face. Standard washing slides past it. A specialized gutter brightener reverses the bond chemically and the stain comes off — often dramatically.

Should I get gutters brightened before or after the house wash?

We typically do both in the same visit. Gutter brightening first, house wash second so any drips end up on a freshly-washed surface. Combo pricing is more economical than booking the two separately.

How often should gutters be cleaned in Lakeland?

Twice a year is the standard cadence in Polk County, especially if you have oak or pine cover. Once after spring oak pollen season, once after the hurricane-season debris. Annual is a minimum.

What does gutter cleaning and brightening cost in Lakeland?

Interior cleaning alone runs $125 to $225 for most single-family homes. Brightening adds $1 to $2 per linear foot. A full-house combo (brighten + interior clean) typically runs $250 to $450.

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Adding services to the same visit is meaningfully cheaper than booking each separately. We're already on-site and the equipment is already set up.

Ready for a clean property?

Free quote by photo. Fixed pricing, locally based, fully insured. Most Polk County jobs scheduled within a week.

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