Why fall prep matters in Ottawa
Clogged gutters are the start of a lot of winter damage. When leaves block the eavestrough, meltwater can't drain. It freezes at the roof edge, forms ice dams, and backs up under the shingles. Water that overflows lands right beside the foundation, which is how many Ottawa basements get wet in spring. Late October through November, after most leaves have dropped, is the best time to clean gutters, before the first hard freeze.
What a winter-prep visit can include
- Gutter cleaning: leaves and debris cleared by hand and downspouts flushed
- Eavestrough repair and replacement: leaking joints sealed, sagging sections re-hung, and damaged runs replaced
- Downspout extensions: carrying water well away from the foundation
- Caulking and weatherstripping: drafty windows and doors sealed to cut heating bills
- Exterior vent covers: broken dryer and bathroom vent flaps replaced so cold air and animals stay out
- Railings, steps and gates: loose railings and wobbly steps fixed before they're icy
- Outdoor taps: hoses disconnected and outdoor taps shut off and drained so they don't freeze and burst
- Holiday lights: hung with clips on the eavestrough while the ladder is already up
Eavestrough work customers recommend
Sal recently replaced the eavestroughs on a house in Nepean. The homeowner liked the work enough to hire him for more jobs around the house. See the review below.
What customers say
★★★★★ “Saleem did an excellent job replacing our eavestrough/ gutter (see before and after pics). Kind person and excellent work. We are hiring him for other jobs around the house too!”
— Sachi L., Google review
★★★★★ “Great experience, showed up on time, the price was fair and the quality was great! Would definitely recommend!”
— Ebaa K., Google review
Read all of Sal's Google reviews (5.0 stars).
Book before the snow
Fall is the busiest time of year for outdoor work, and once there's snow and ice on the roof edge, gutter work has to wait until spring. Text (613) 859-1254 with your address area and a photo of the front of the house to get on the schedule.
Rather tackle something bigger? See deck and fence repair for posts, boards and gates.
Sal works across Ottawa: Kanata & Stittsville, Barrhaven & Nepean, Orleans & Gloucester, and central Ottawa. If you're just outside those areas, call and ask.