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Gutter Cleaning And Other Fall Prep Tips

Gutter Cleaning, Is It Worth It?

With fall being right around the corner (or already here depending on what part of the country you’re in), hiring the right crew for your fall gutter cleaning can be a bit of a chore. There’s also always the question of “do you go with a professional or do you try to do it yourself”? If you don’t feel like DIY’ing it, Sparkling Clean Exteriors of East Texas offers top-notch service at a great price for getting your gutters cleared and free of leaves and debris. We’re even offering 20% off to kick the season off right for you and your family!

Why Clean Your Gutters

In short, because it’s a good idea and helps keep your home running smoothly. As debris such as fall leaves, acorns, twigs, and other natural elements build up in your gutters, your home loses its ability to send water away from the house. Downspouts can become clogged and you render your main drainage system moot. It seems like a small thing but left unattended, you can cause premature wood rot, damage to your roofing and shingles, as well as water damage deep inside your home. Plus, clogged gutters can ruin the look of your home–they may be small but they’re mighty when it comes to the exterior of your home. Let’s take a closer look at some of the main reasons why it’s a good idea to keep your gutters free and clear during the season.

Critter Control

Leaves, twigs and other natural debris can be a big attractor for critters like squirrels, raccoons, and mosquitos. A bed of wet leaves (or worse yet, rotting leaves), can be a big attractant for critters who are looking for a home or the last bits of food before winter comes.

Roof Rot

Having a pile of wet leaves and debris sitting in your gutters can allow water to seep under your eaves and shingles. This can lead to roof rot and larger issues down the road. While we do offer roof cleaning, it’s better for you and your home if you can avoid mold and mildew before it starts. Keeping your gutters clean and capped is a great way to do that!

Undoing Your Gardening

People love to spend time in their garden, especially as the weather starts to turn a little cooler. There’s a lot of prep and care that goes into preserving all of the hard work you’ve done throughout the season. Full gutters can lead to overwater of delicate garden beds–imagine all of the water that should be running away from the house instead of being dumped into your flower and pumpkin beds. It can be a real mess!

While cleaning your gutters can seem like an unnecessary and time-consuming task to add to the “to do” list that is homeownership, it’s really pretty critical to the life and health of your home. Hiring a team like the ones we have at Sparkling Clean Exteriors of East Texas is a great way to safely, effectively, and most importantly, efficiently keep your gutters running free and clear. Call us today for a FREE estimate on gutter cleaning and fall home maintenance. We’re here to help!

And don’t forget, we’re also offering a 20% discount right now to kick off the season and welcome fall in—don’t miss it!

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Can You Power Wash Historical Buildings?

HISTORICAL BUILDINGS AND POWER WASHING

Power washing for both residential and commercial properties is a great way to keep them looking clean, presentable, and can cut down on costly repairs later on due to unchecked mold and mildew. But what about if you have a historic building or property? Is power washing historical building still a safe and effective method for cleaning and care?

The short answer is yes, but with a few rules to follow.

Before we dive into that, let’s talk about what ISN’T acceptable when it comes to historic buildings. Any company that wants to offer an abrasive cleaning method such as sandblasting, using any sort of tool such as rotary sanders (or sanders in general) or wire brushes should be avoided at all costs. The reason for this is simple, it’s abrasive and it uses the process of “forced removal” to get rid of things like dirt and grime. In the process, however, it will also strip paint, damage wood, and potentially scratch metal surfaces that should be protected.

The effects of these abrasive cleaning methods can be permanent and truly damaging to your historic home or commercial building. Therefore, we suggest a much gentler and holistic cleaning approach.

How We’re Different

Sparkling Clean Exteriors of East Texas uses a “soft-wash” approach to cleaning exteriors. While our process does use chemicals, they are generally eco-friendly and non-abrasive. They don’t strip paints and they have no grit or particulate encased in the solution. The use of chemicals in cleaning exterior surfaces may sound harsh, but it can actually be quite gentle. While processes vary, we take every precaution to use only the safest and most gentle means possible to clean your building.

When it comes to cleaning things like marble, copper (or any metal with a patina), bronze, etc. the possibilities are endless. The general rule of thumb, however, is to use as little pressure as possible, soft bristle brushes for difficult to reach areas (you don’t want to end up shooting pressurized water up into delicate cracks and crevices where it won’t be able to dry, thus causing more of an issue down the road).

When dealing with organic surfaces like marble, it’s important to take into consideration the chemical interactions that can happen between the type of cleaning you’re using and the material itself. If used improperly, some chemicals and cleaners can leave streaks and potentially damage the structural integrity of the building itself.

Owning a historical home or building takes a lot of work and it’s important that you do your homework and hire the right experts for the job. Sparkling Clean Exteriors of East Texas has the experience, insurance, and staff to make sure your building stays looking its best, whether it’s 100 years old or 20. We’re here to provide the best service possible for the best price. Reach out and we’ll give you an estimate on power washing your historical building, church, home or monument.

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Local Spotlight: Tyler, Texas

Where Sparkling Clean Exteriors of East Texas Calls Home:

Located just 100 miles from Dallas, Texas the city of Tyler is a vibrant and growing community. The home of Sparkling Clean Exteriors of East Texas, we wanted to take a moment to highlight what we love about living, working and playing in Tyler as well as some upcoming events in our area.

People often think of East Texas as being much like the rest of Texas, flat, hot, and desert-like. While it’s definitely hot, Tyler has a suprising amount of green space and an abundance of lakes (part of why we focus on boat dock cleaning as one of our services). One of our claims to fame is the upcoming Texas Rose Festival, which happens every October. It draws thousands of tourists and locals alike to come and explore our city. We are, in fact, the “Rose Capital of America”.

This August, we’ve got several exciting events happening, including several for small business owners through the Chamber of Commerce.

Upcoming Events in Tyler, Texas:

Weds August 21st, Power Networking Breakfast Sat August 24th, FREE Rich Dad/Poor Dad Real Estate Workshop

You can always check out the Tyler Chamber of Commerce website for more information about upcoming events, especially those having to do with small and local businesses.

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