Gutter cleaning, gutter guard and downspout advice for Irvine and South Orange County homes from the local crew..
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Rain barrel rebates in Irvine: Irvine Ranch Water District lists a $35 rebate per rain barrel, up to two per household, and $250 to $350 for one cistern, paid through SoCal Water$mart. To qualify, the house must already have gutters around the entire roof perimeter and working downspouts, so the gutters come first and the barrel second. Call (949) 994-4410 or get a free quote.
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Mosquitoes and gutters in South Orange County: Yes, a clogged or sagging gutter can breed mosquitoes, because the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District says rotting leaves in house gutters feed mosquito larvae and that any spot holding water a quarter inch deep can be a source. Keep the gutters clean, fix runs that hold water after a rinse, and send every downspout to ground that drains. Call (949) 994-4410 or get a free quote.
