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Water-fed pole or traditional?

Water-fed pole reaches 4 storeys, uses pure water (no streaks). Traditional ladder/squeegee for ground floor and detail work. Most modern cleaners use both.

Don't pay by the window — pay by frequency.

Reputable cleaners charge a fixed price per visit, with set frequency (monthly, 6-weekly). Per-window pricing encourages skipping the trickier ones.

Check public liability cover.

Even pole-cleaning has risks — chipped masonry, broken seals, scratched UPVC. £2m liability is the minimum standard.

Get the frames included.

uPVC frames yellow without periodic cleaning. The window-frame wipe should be included — not a £5 extra per visit.

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Indicative UK ranges and what affects price.

Cost range

By job type

Inc. VAT · 2026
Source: NMT quotes
Standard visit (semi, 3-bed)
£12–£25
Detached house (4-bed)
£18–£40
Conservatory clean
£30–£80
First clean (large house)Higher than regular
£30–£80
Gutter clear add-on
£50–£150
Solar panel clean
£40–£120
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Gutter cleaning prevents blockages and overflow damage. Annual service recommended. Expect to pay £60–£250 per visit for UK gutter cleaning.

What Does the Work Involve?

Specialist arrives with high-reach vacuum (gutter vac). Camera-confirms clean. Hand-removes major blockages. Downpipes flushed. Annual service typical. Often by window cleaner same visit.

Typical Costs

Property TypePer Visit (£)Notes
Terraced (2-bed)60-100Smaller
Semi-detached (3-bed)80-150Standard
Detached (4-5 bed)120-250Larger
Bungalow60-150Ground access
Combined window + gutter100-300Same visit
Conservatory gutter40-80Extra
Gutter guard install200-1,000One-off

UK Regulations

Working at Height Regs. Vacuum from ground safest. Ladder method risk-assessed.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often gutter clean?

Annual minimum. Surrounded by trees: twice yearly. After autumn essential.

Vacuum or ladder?

Vacuum (gutter vac): safer, ground-based, camera-confirmed. Ladder: cheaper, less thorough.

Gutter guards worth it?

Yes — reduces clean frequency. £200-£1,000 install. 5-10 year payback.

Sign gutters need cleaning?

Plants growing, overflow during rain, water marks on walls, sagging gutter.

Will they do downpipes?

Yes — flushed and cleared. Camera-confirms.

Combined service?

Window + gutter same visit cheaper. £100-£300 typical.

This guide was written with AI assistance and is intended for general information only. Prices are estimates based on UK averages and may vary by region. Always get at least three quotes and consult a qualified professional before starting any work.

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