Pricing gutter cleaning jobs
Australian gutter cleaning is typically priced per linear metre of gutter or as a flat rate per property. Standard single-storey homes: $150-250. Two-storey: $250-400. Properties with heavy leaf load, valley gutters, or difficult access command premium rates. Always quote after seeing the property — or at minimum, checking satellite imagery. Underquoting a heavily blocked gutter system means working for free after your costs.
Seasonal demand patterns
Gutter cleaning demand spikes in autumn (leaf fall) and spring (pre-storm preparation). Smart operators contact all existing clients 4-6 weeks before each season with a reminder. Pre-booking these visits fills your schedule with recurring work before the phone even starts ringing. Between seasons, combine gutter cleaning with pressure washing or roof cleaning to keep revenue consistent.
Building geographic rounds
Gutter cleaning jobs are short — typically 30-60 minutes per property. That means drive time is a bigger proportion of your day than for longer jobs. Group clients tightly by suburb and aim for 6-8 jobs per day in the same area. The difference between 10 minutes and 30 minutes of driving between each of 7 jobs is over 2 hours per day.
Before-and-after photos as marketing
A gutter overflowing with leaves and debris vs. a clean, flowing gutter — it's a compelling visual. Take these photos routinely and post them on social media with your service area tagged. Homeowners who see their neighbour's gutters being cleaned often call for their own. Before-and-after photos are the cheapest and most effective marketing tool in the gutter cleaning business.
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