Regular gutter-clearing maintenance is vital to your home’s structure. Routine maintenance will keep your home’s foundation, siding, and roof free from costly water damage.
While gutters are created to catch rainwater from the roof and move it through downspouts, leaves, and twigs clog the channel, causing rainwater to overflow into the house.
Although gutter clearing is a manageable do-it-yourself job, it requires certain equipment with an extra dose of time and patience. You must be comfortable working on a ladder. If you decide to go for it and clean your gutters, here are the following DIY tips:
Get the Right Gear
With the proper equipment for gutter clearing, you can use the needed equipment immediately. You’ll need protective eyewear, work gloves, a tarp, and a bucket. Ladder stabilizers attach your ladder to your home to prevent falls. Finally, wear work clothes since gutter cleaning can be dirty.
Have an Assistant Nearby
Although you might have experience with ladders, it’s a great idea to have somebody nearby to stabilize the ladder or if you drop something. You can always use another pair of hands to use.
Remove Any Debris
After you’re dressed in work clothes and protective gear, ensure your ladder is on a sturdy and even surface. Use or shovel or scoop to remove the gutter debris. If the waste is dry, you can use your hands to remove it. Throw the scraps in a bucket or biodegradable bag. You can also use a tarp to spread on the ground. Be sure to go slowly, moving the ladder frequently, and you won’t be convinced to overextend your reach.
Flush the Gutters and Downspouts
After removing leaves and gunk, use a garden hose to flush out everything you missed. This will also indicate leaks or downspouts that are clogged. If you don’t see water draining from downspouts, run the hose at a higher pressure to see if that will remove the blockage. Consider using a plumber’s snake to unblock the debris.
Inspect Your Gutters and Fascia for Damage
Finally, please make sure that your gutters are securely attached to the fascia and repair any slight damage. If you see concerns like rotting fascia or holes in a drain, you may need to replace the gutter.
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