Merced Window Cleaning is a locally owned exterior cleaning company, and gutter cleaning is one of the core services we built the business around. The concerns homeowners bring us are consistent: gutters that overflow at the first real rain, downspouts that have not drained in months, roof valley debris that drops right back in after a cleaning, and past experiences with crews that scattered material into pool areas or left mud on siding. We handle the job with a manual interior cleanout, roof and valley debris removal when conditions call for it, a garden-hose flush, and a downspout flow check with a clog-clearing tool on hand. We have a process video on our website so you know exactly what to expect before we arrive.
In the San Joaquin Valley, gutters deal with more than leaves. Agricultural dust, fine soil, and wind-carried debris accumulate year-round, and gutters that cannot drain during rain events cause overflow problems that reach your foundation and fascia over time.
For homes without gutter guards, we price at $1.50 to $2.00 per linear foot, with a $249 minimum on every job regardless of home size. As a quick estimating reference, we multiply the square footage of the house by $0.11 to get a working number; anything below the minimum still carries it.
Final pricing reflects what actually affects the labor:
Smaller homes typically take one to two hours; larger or two-story properties generally run three to four. Very tight access can significantly increase time and cost, and in some cases we may recommend alternative solutions if safe access is not possible. We accept cash, check, and Venmo, and card payments carry a standard 3% processing fee.
For homeowners who prefer staying ahead of buildup, we offer a 10% discount for recurring bi-annual cleanings. Two visits a year keeps debris from reaching the point where it causes real drainage problems and locks in consistent savings for making that commitment.
The most common setups we service are seamless and standard aluminum gutters. Without guards, the process is the same every time: clear roof and valley debris when needed, scoop the interior manually with a gutter scoop, bag everything for controlled removal, flush with a garden hose, and confirm every downspout is draining. Ladder stabilizers prevent our ladders from making dents in your gutters and support a safer step up. No cleaning solutions are used inside the gutter during this process.
Guard-equipped jobs are always estimated in person before we commit to a price. If the guards are not screwed in and need to come off to clean underneath, that labor runs $80 per hour added to the base cleaning fee. Screwed-in guards are typically left in place; we clean debris off the top with a garden hose instead.
We also offer aluminum mesh installation and professional gutter guard installation for homeowners who want to reduce how often material enters the gutters. Even well-installed guards do not eliminate maintenance entirely, as fine debris works through many systems and accumulates on top over time.
Debris removal from the roof is recommended before gutter work begins so debris does not fall back in after the job. Heavy roof debris adds labor and is factored into the estimate. Tight clearance, nearby solar panels, and patio covers that block ladder placement can each add cost, and some access conditions may lead us to decline rather than proceed unsafely.
We do not use a leaf blower as our primary tool, and we do not use a vacuum system. Blower-based cleaning sends debris into pool areas and throws wet material onto siding. We scoop directly into bags, flush with a hose, and leave the property clean when we go.
Because gutter cleaning happens where most homeowners cannot see it, we send at least three before-and-after photos after every job. That record ties payment to results you can verify, not just our assurance that the work was done.
You can call or request a quote online. We follow up within a day, schedule the appointment, send automated reminders, and text when we are on the way. After the job, we present the invoice and process payment on the spot.
Ladder stabilizers prevent our ladders from making dents in your gutters, and levelers keep us stable on uneven ground. We work around landscaping carefully throughout the job and plan the setup before anything gets started.
Merced Window Cleaning is licensed and insured for up to $1 million. Founded in March 2022 by Ricardo Daniel Hernandez and Mackenzie Hoyt, we are a small owner-operated business with 1 to 5 employees built around long-term client relationships, not a seasonal crew that may not be around next year.
Our clients have left over 300 five-star Google reviews. We received the Angi Super Service Award in 2023, maintain OSHA training, and volunteer with Catholic Charities of Merced as one way to give back to the area we work in every day.
Gutter cleaning sits alongside window cleaning and house washing as a primary focus at Merced Window Cleaning. We run these jobs regularly, understand what local homes deal with, and quote the work accurately from the start.
We review guard type, attachment method, and any access factors before committing to a price. Standard homes are estimated using linear footage or by multiplying the square footage of the house by $0.11. Guard-equipped homes are always reviewed in person first.
We address valley debris first so it does not fall back in after the job. Heavy roof debris is noted in the estimate because it adds time to the work.
We work through the full gutter length with a gutter scoop, placing debris directly into bags. Nothing is blown around, and no cleaning solutions are used in this step.
We flush end to end with a garden hose and check each downspout. If we find a clog, we clear it with a dedicated tool before closing out the job.
We walk the property, clean up any debris that came down during the job, and send at least three before-and-after photos. Payment is accepted by cash, check, or Venmo, with card available at a 3% fee.
Every gutter cleaning comes with a satisfaction guarantee. If something was missed or needs attention, let us know and we will do our best to fix it. If we cannot make it right, you do not pay. The before-and-after photos we send with every job are a direct part of how that commitment works in practice.
No. Our method is a manual scoop and hose flush. Blowers scatter debris into pool areas and onto siding, which is why homeowners ask before they book us.
Yes. Merced Window Cleaning is licensed and insured for up to $1 million in coverage.
Homes with nearby trees generally need one to two cleanings per year. Homes without significant tree cover may need service once a year or every other year. In the Merced area, agricultural dust and fine soil build up in gutters over time even without trees, so local conditions matter as much as your landscaping.
Yes. Fine soil and wind-driven debris settle into gutters throughout the dry season in the San Joaquin Valley. Once that layer gets wet, it restricts drainage just as effectively as a pile of leaves would.
Guard jobs are always estimated in person. If guards are not screwed in and need to come off for cleaning underneath, that labor is $80 per hour added to the base fee. Screwed-in guards are typically left in place, with debris cleaned off the top by hose.
No. Fine debris works through many guard systems over time, and material collects on top of the guard itself. Periodic inspection and occasional cleaning are still necessary for reliable drainage.
Tight clearances, nearby solar panels, and patio covers that block ladder access can make a job more expensive or, in some cases, unsafe to complete. We flag access issues upfront and may decline a job when safe setup is not possible.
Minor seam repairs can be part of the service when requested in advance. If we spot an obvious drip or seam issue during a cleaning, we will point it out, though a comprehensive leak inspection is not part of the standard scope.
Yes. We flush and check every downspout during every gutter cleaning and clear any clogs we find before we leave.
Before the rainy season starts. Debris builds up gradually through the dry months, and clogged gutters cause overflow quickly once the rains arrive. A recurring maintenance schedule is the most reliable way to stay ahead of it.
If your gutters are overdue or you want to get ahead of the next rainy season before a drainage issue becomes a bigger problem, call us at (209) 658-7454 or submit a request online. We serve homeowners throughout Merced with a hands-on cleaning process, before-and-after photo documentation on every job, and a satisfaction guarantee that means you only pay when the results are right. We follow up within a day of every quote request.
