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Set realistic 2026 home maintenance goals: schedule gutter cleanings for spring and fall, address roof moss before it spreads, and tackle one deferred project each quarter. Consistency prevents expensive emergency repairs.
December 2025 reminded Portland homeowners what happens when maintenance gets deferred. The historic storms exposed every neglected gutter, every questionable roof, every drainage issue that had been put off too long.
As 2026 begins, now is the time to commit to doing better.
Most Portland homes need gutter cleaning twice per year: once in late fall after leaves drop, and once in spring to clear winter debris.
Put both on your calendar now. Schedule fall cleaning for November and spring cleaning for March or April. Waiting until gutters overflow means damage has already started.
If your home has significant tree coverage, you may need a third cleaning in summer when seed pods and debris accumulate.
December's wet weather accelerated moss growth on Portland roofs. Small patches now become major problems by next winter if ignored.
The best time for moss treatment is late winter or early spring, before growth accelerates in warmer weather. Add a roof inspection to your first quarter goals.
Every homeowner has a list of projects they have been avoiding. Pick four manageable items and assign one to each quarter of 2026:
Q1 (January-March): Address anything that December's storms revealed. Foundation drainage issues, damaged fascia boards, or gutter repairs should not wait.
Q2 (April-June): Perfect weather for exterior projects. Pressure washing, painting, deck maintenance.
Q3 (July-September): Summer projects while conditions are dry. Tree trimming, exterior repairs, gutter guard installation if you are considering it.
Q4 (October-December): Prepare for winter. Fall gutter cleaning, roof inspection, weatherization.
Home maintenance typically costs 1-2% of your home's value annually. For a $500,000 Portland home, that means setting aside $5,000-$10,000 per year.
This sounds like a lot until you compare it to emergency repair costs. A burst pipe from frozen water can cost $5,000 or more. Roof replacement due to neglected moss damage runs $15,000-$25,000. Foundation repairs from poor drainage easily reach $10,000+.
Scheduled maintenance is always cheaper than emergency repairs.
The homes that handled December's storms best shared common traits: clean gutters, clear drainage, proactive maintenance throughout the year.
The homes that flooded, leaked, and suffered damage were often the ones where maintenance had been deferred season after season.
Make 2026 the year you break the cycle of reactive repairs. A few hours of prevention throughout the year saves thousands in damage and stress.
For professional gutter cleaning to kick off your 2026 maintenance plan, contact Seasons Cleaning Services. We serve Portland and the greater metro area with reliable, thorough service.
Here is to a well-maintained 2026!
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