Tag: abatement

  • Blocked gutters risk £5k fines through abatement notices

    Blocked gutters risk £5k fines through abatement notices

    Most people think of gutter cleaning as a forgettable household chore, but the stakes are far higher than a messy roofline. In the UK, neglected gutters that overflow onto neighbouring properties can trigger abatement notices, with fines reaching £5,000 for those who fail to comply. With autumn leaves and winter rain increasing the risk of…