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2 days agoSF property owner fined $50K for 'illegally pruning trees' cited by insurer: 'Feels like bullying'
Homeowner fined $50,000 for illegally trimming trees not on his property in San Francisco.
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 blockages, experts are warning homeowners to clean their gutters before minor neglect becomes a major financial hit.