As the leaves begin to fall, it’s important to remember to keep your gutters clean. Gutters are an essential part of your home, catching rainwater and directing it away from the structure. If gutters become clogged with debris, water can drip against the walls and foundation, causing damage. Leaf-clogged gutters are especially common in autumn, so be sure to clean them out regularly during this season. Here are five ways to clean your gutters during fall.
Clean Your Gutters by Hand
To clean your gutters properly, you will need a few supplies. A ladder and someone to hold it is necessary to reach the gutters. Use a bucket or tarp to collect the debris as you clean. Rubber gloves will protect your hands from dirt and grime. Make sure you have a trowel for scooping out the debris and a garden hose to rinse everything out when you’re finished.
Use a Garden Hose
If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to clean your gutters, there are some other tools that can help. A garden hose will flush out the gutters and downspouts, and a plumbing snake will help clear any obstruction in the downspouts. You can also use a scoop to remove debris from the gutters before washing them out.
A Pressure Washer Removes Caked-On Grime
If you haven’t cleaned your gutters in a while, they’re probably full of dirt, leaves, and other debris. To clean them, start by removing the big pieces by hand, then use the attachment on your pressure washer to blast the gutters and downspouts clean. Be prepared to wash the roof and walls of your house afterward, as this type of washing is pretty messy.
A Wet/Dry Vac is a Great Tool to Clean Your Gutters
If you’re a homeowner, then you know that fall is the time to start thinking about cleaning your gutters. But what’s the best way to go about it? Enter the wet/dry vac. While you can climb a ladder and try to do it yourself, why risk it when a machine can do the heavy lifting for you?
Wet/dry vacs are great for cleaning gutters because they can both flush out dirt and debris with water and then suck it all up. Plus, most big box stores sell attachments specifically designed for cleaning gutters. So save yourself some time and hassle, and pick up a wet/dry vac the next time you’re at the store.
Leaf Blower for Gutter Cleaning
Many homeowners find leaf blowers the most straightforward tools to clean gutters during fall. By aiming the leaf blower at the gutters and downspouts, homeowners can blow the leaves and other debris free of the area. Attachments allow homeowners to stand on the sidewalk and blow the leaves out of the gutter, making the process safer and more accessible. It is important to ensure that the downspouts aren’t clogged and flush them thoroughly after using the leaf blower.
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