WHY DO YOU NEED TO KEEP YOUR PROPERTY GUTTERS CLEAN?
As leaves and bits of twigs drop from trees there is even more debris that can find themselves a new home in your guttering, more so this time of year than any other part of the year, so be sure to clean your guttering before it’s too late. Leaving the gutter to collect more unwanted materials can cause damage to your property, so make sure to inspect the area and clean where needed, some minor repairs may also be needed. There is always a lot to do this time of year around the exterior of your property so you’re prepared for winter with cleaning the guttering a priority, It’s common for leaves and other natural debris to clog the gutter, this can cause some flooding over the sides and damage to the roof structure itself. REGULAR CLEANING OF YOUR GUTTERING Your guttering’s main purpose is to transport water such as rain, from the roof away your property, unwanted debris will hinder or block this from happening this is why its vitally important to keep them clean by checking frequently and before the winter months arrive. WHAT DAMAGE CAN A BLOCK DRAIN CAUSE? Other than rain water flowing over the side of the guttering and down the side of your property, blocked drains can cause longer lasting damage to the structure of your property too. Roof damage can occur as rain water builds up on the surface of the roof and becomes stagnant as it simply has nowhere to run off too, this more than likely will lead to a leaking roof. Water pools of dirty water collecting around the properties structure can cause and get into cracks, causing not just leaks but also mould growth, this bringing its own problems. Power Clean We’d advise regular checks to make sure the flow of rain water is being taken away from your property as it should be efficiently and effectively. If minor repairs are need to the guttering we’d suggest that these are attended to at the earliest opportunity.
CAN I PRESSURE WASH MY DRIVEWAY IN WINTER?
As a company that specialises in driveway cleaning and driveway maintenance we’re often asked in the colder months “Can I pressure wash my driveway in winter?” It depends on the weather, surface and drainage. Avoid pressure washing in freezing conditions or when water may re-freeze. But be sure that extra care and attention is taken in the darkest of Yorkshire winters. Here at Power Clean we’ll take care of all this for you with our friendly, professional service we’ll happily provide you with a no obligation quote. But if you do decide to give it a go yourself here our friendly tips we’ve put together for you from our years of experience. POWER CLEAN WINTER DRIVEWAY CLEANING TOP TIPS Daylight is restricted during winter months, so make to make the most of the limited day light hours we have, this will save you valuable time and energy. Winter is of course very cold, that combined with becoming wet during the cleaning process can obviously have a negative effect, so make sure to wear gloves and warm clothing. Make sure to remove debris off the surface such as leaves and other organic growth that could contaminate and stain the driveway, this can be done with a stiff, hard brush. For frost and ice, follow the surface manufacturer’s guidance on compatible de-icers. Is the drainage system around the driveway fully working and doing the task at hand? If not be sure to explore what could be causing any issues and blockages. Do not wash when water could freeze. Avoid standing water and check drainage before starting. REMEMBER YOU CAN ALWAYS CALL YOUR LOCAL POWER CLEAN PROFESSIONALS We don’t blame you, its cold, its dark, its winter. But your driveway needs a deep professional clean, but why do you have to do the hard-work when you can call the professionals? Contact the team to discuss an appropriate time and approach for your driveway. You can contact us via our online form fills or by calling 0113 253 1944.
DRIVEWAY CLEANING & SEALING COSTS
The cost of driveway cleaning depends on the surface, size, condition and access. Older price examples are not a current quotation, so contact the team or use the online calculator for a starting cleaning price. Cleaning, re-sanding and sealing Ask for a quotation that sets out the clean and any additional work separately. A standard clean does not automatically include jointing sand, sealing or re-sealing. Re-sanding and sealing are optional extras, rather than part of a standard clean. Where appropriate, either can be added to your quotation and priced separately. Specialist stain treatments are also discussed separately; results depend on the surface and the nature of the stain, and complete removal cannot be guaranteed. What information helps? The postcode and surface type. The approximate area, including any paths or patios you want included. Photographs of the whole area and any particular stains or worn joints. We clean block paving, resin, tarmac and other outdoor surfaces across Yorkshire. If you are unsure what the surface needs, the team can discuss the options before you decide on extra treatments. Tell us your postcode, the surface and the approximate area you would like cleaned. Photographs are helpful, especially for staining or damaged areas. Contact Power Clean or call 0113 253 1944 to discuss the work.