Laurentians · Montcalm
Gutter Cleaning Montcalm
Montcalm: what the stains on your walls are telling you
The house's siding is a witness to gutter problems. You just have to know how to read what it shows.
- Complete maintenance: roof blown off, gutters emptied by hand, downspouts cleared
- Included at no charge: fasteners, up to 2 joints and 10 hangers
- Proof: before/after photos and report
- Quote: online, no visit
The reading guide
| What you see | What it means |
|---|---|
| Vertical streaks under the gutter | Water overflows or runs behind the gutter |
| Moss or green patches at the bottom of the wall | Repeated splashing, downspout too short |
| Peeling paint on the fascia | The wood stays damp behind the gutter |
| Soil marks at the bottom of the wall | Water falls to the ground and splashes |
| Localized stains under a corner | A leaking joint |
What we fix
Gutters emptied by hand, downspouts cleared, up to 2 joints and 10 hangers included, before/after photos. We redo leaking joints and add hangers so the gutter stays snug. Existing stains, on the other hand, call for a siding wash, which is a separate service. Where the water should go.
Municipal bylaws
Gutters: what the bylaw says in Montcalm
We haven't verified the official text for Montcalm yet. Here are the rules found in the vast majority of municipalities in the Laurentians and Lanaudière:
- Never connect a downspout to the foundation drain (weeping tile) or to the sewer: it is prohibited in most municipalities in Quebec.
- Release the water on the surface, onto a permeable area (lawn, flower bed), away from the foundation. Required distances generally range from 1 m to 2 m, and 1.5 m is the most common.
- Don't direct water toward the street, the driveway, the sidewalk or the neighbouring lot (Civil Code of Québec, art. 983).
Before any work, confirm the rule with the Montcalm urban planning department. During our inspection, we flag any downspout connected to the drain or emptying too close to the foundation.
This summary is provided for information only: only the municipality's official text is authoritative. Compare with other towns →
Your estimate in Montcalm, with no visit
Answer a few questions about your property and get a price range right away. We then confirm the exact price with you, for free.
- About 2 minutes, 100% free
- A look at your house through Street View
- Alu-Rex gutter guard price calculated per linear foot
Coming soon in Montcalm (not offered yet): window cleaning · soft washing of siding and roofs
Your quote, with no visit and no obligation
We assess your building remotely with Google Maps and Street View, then send you an exact price. It's that simple.
