Cleaning Gutters Is Important For Your Home

Cleaning gutters is a job many detest; however, if gutters are not cleaned and maintained, they can cause huge problems. This job can be done by you or by hiring a professional gutter company. There are certain steps in cleaning gutters that will make the job go smoother such as first purchasing heavy-duty ladder and placing it solidly on a firm and level base. Next, stand on the ladder with your hips against the rails, making sure to never reach over the sides. Most importantly, be careful to never stand on the top two rings of the ladder. This could cause an imbalance in the ladder and cause serious injury.

Then, it is also important to never clean the gutters on a rainy, wet or windy day. Always wear sturdy non-slip shoes and wear gloves to protect your hands from objects that could get in the way such as sharp metal points. Safety glasses are other ways to stay safe while working this project. In some cases, a bucket can help you pick up debris, as well as placing a drop cloth below to protect areas under the gutter.

It is important to know that another way to clean the gutters is by blowing dry debris out of gutters with a leaf blower. (Of course, this should only be done by those who feel confident and comfortable with this process, such as a handyman or professional gutter cleaner.) Wearing a dust mask and goggles can also make this job go safer and smoother. Some install leaf-catching gutter systems and they do help but they don't provide a complete solution.

To clean the gutters, first pull out loose debris. Begin this process by starting at the low end of a gutter, using a narrow garden appliance to scoop up loose debris. Then clean the gutter with a hose. Apply an off-on high pressure nozzle on the end of a water hose and wash out each length of the gutter, moving along to the drain outlet. This can be messy, so use caution as you proceed. The next step is to clear any obstructions in the drainpipes. if you find that water is not draining properly through the drainpipes, flush the debris down with a hose. If this doesn't work, try using a plumber's snake.

Gutters should be inspected and cleaned two times a year--usually in the spring and again in the autumn. It is also important to make sure that your downspouts push water away from your home. Adding downspout extenders are effective in keeping water away from your home. It is also good to check downspouts from flaking, rust or leaks.

Cleaning gutters is a chore; however, it is necessary in order to prevent problems that could affect your home, such as dirt and mould and clogging your gutters, causing them to become too heavy and pulling away from your home. Cleaning your gutters is something you can do but when in doubt, talk with a professional gutter cleaning company. Find out more about cleaning gutters from a gutter cleaning specialist today! Cleaning the gutters is important for the health and safety of your home and your family!


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Leaf Clarkson has more than 20 years' experience in the manufacturing and installation of Leaf Guards. Find out more information by visiting http://theleafman.com.au/leaf-guard/ .