Gutter problems · 2 min read

Moss in gutters: where does it come from?

Why moss ends up in your gutters, why it causes blockages, and how to deal with it.

It comes from the roof

Moss grows on roof tiles, especially on shaded or north-facing roofs. Rain washes clumps of it down into the gutter.

Why it blocks gutters

Moss is spongy. It packs together, holds water and traps silt and leaves, so it is often the start of a blockage.

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Dealing with it

Clearing and washing the gutters removes the moss already there. If your roof is very mossy, expect to need gutter cleaning more often.

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