5 Steps to Cleaning your Gutters like a Professional

It's that time again! Time to get those gutters clean and help prevent water damage to your home and foundation. Clean your gutters like a professional by following these five easy steps. 

Be Prepared

Before you start, Gather your tools, including a ladder, gloves, a scooping tool, a broom or rake, goggles or glasses, and garbage bags.

• Gloves: Using gloves will keep your hands clean while protecting them from harmful items that may have built up in the gutters over time.

• Scooping Tool: A scooping tool will make the process easier. With a shovel or scoop, you'll be able to remove more debris at a time.

• Ladder: A safety ladder can be used to maximize sight and control of the gutter cleaning process. Make sure your ladder is secure to avoid injuries.

• Broom or Rake: A broom or rake can be used to clean the roof, so more leaves and debris don't end up inside your gutters.

• Googles or Glasses: Googles or glasses are to protect your eyes from debris coming out of the gutters or insects in the area.

• Garbage Bags: Garbage bags will come in handy for disposing of the build-up being scooped out of the gutters. All you'll need to do is scoop and dispose of it. 

Stay Safe

It's always important to stay safe. Wear shoes with good grip and support. Stick to standard ladder safety rules such as making sure your ladder is in good condition, it is secure, and avoid standing on the very top steps. Also, your ladder should never be too close to power lines. Only clean your gutters if the weather permits. Don't wash them during rain, lightning, or snow. 

Clean Often

Ideally, you should clean your gutters at least twice a year. The best time to clean them is in Spring and Autumn. These two seasons are when you'll find the most leaves and debris built up. If trees surround your home, you may need to clean your gutters even more often than twice a year. Regular cleaning can lessen or eliminate water build-up and clogging. Gutter guards can also help manage the amount of debris that builds up over time. 

Keeping up with Repair and Maintenance

Repairing and maintaining your gutters can prevent pesky problems down the line. Cracks, clogs, and holes should never be ignored or left unattended. The appearance of your home can be severely affected by dirty, clogged, and broken gutters. Keep your investments safe for the long run by keeping up with them. 

Just Hire a Professional

Is cleaning your gutters too much work? Maybe you don't have time? Or is your house too big? If you feel like the job is too much or too big to handle, hiring a professional is always an option. A professional gutter cleaner has all the tools and knowledge to do the job safely and correctly. A professional can also offer advice and guidance on cleaning, repairing, and maintaining your gutters in the future.

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