The mornings are cooler, the leaves are beginning to turn, and those first autumn rains are right around the corner. September is a month of change — and it’s also the perfect time to prepare your home for the wetter, leaf-filled season ahead.
One of the most important tasks on your fall checklist? Getting your gutters ready.
Leaves Are Coming — And So Are Clogs
In the Fraser Valley and across the Lower Mainland, September marks the start of leaf drop. Even a few early storms can quickly push leaves, twigs, and debris into your gutters, creating blockages before fall even gets going.
Clogged gutters don’t just overflow — they can pull away from your roofline, cause water damage to siding, and even weaken your home’s foundation if water starts pooling around the base.
Why September Is the Sweet Spot
You might be tempted to wait until October or November, but here’s why September is the best time to act:
- Get ahead of leaf season: Cleaning now means you’re starting with a clear system before heavy leaf fall begins.
- Handle early rainfalls: September showers may not be as intense as November downpours, but they can still overwhelm clogged gutters.
- Avoid the rush: By October, everyone’s calling for gutter service. Booking in September means easier scheduling and less stress.
The Cost of Waiting
Putting off gutter maintenance until later in the season can be costly:
- Overflow and leaks that lead to water damage inside and outside your home.
- Roof rot and ice dams as standing water freezes and thaws in colder months.
- Foundation damage caused by water pooling around the base of your home.
What could have been a simple cleaning in September can turn into a repair bill by December.
Proactive Gutter Care Options
Want to stay ahead of the weather? Here are a few ways to keep your home safe this fall:
- Regular gutter cleanings: The simplest and most effective way to prevent blockages.
- Gutter guards: Ideal if your home is surrounded by trees, reducing the amount of debris that makes it into your gutters.
- Seamless gutters: Designed to minimize leaks and require less maintenance in the long run.
At Weatherguard Gutters, we specialize in these solutions so your home stays protected year-round.
September is the perfect month to take action before fall storms and leaf drop are in full swing. A little preparation now will save you from big headaches later.
Ready for fall?
Book your September gutter service with Weatherguard today and keep the rain where it belongs — safely away from your home.
