Even More Gutter Maintenance Tips

Mother Nature can cause a lot of damage to a home. If you don’t maintain the wear along the way, you could end up with some expensive repairs. One of the most important things to consider is the condition of your Gutters.

What’s a Gutter?
If you didn’t know already, a Gutter is a trough that runs along the edge of your roof. The purpose of a Gutter is to catch and redirect rainwater so that it doesn’t drip off anywhere around the house. They’re not only convenient for not getting wet, but they also help prevent water erosion.

A clean Gutter is a prepared Gutter

When Gutters aren’t maintained, they can’t fulfill their purpose. If left alone, debris like leaves and twigs can cause clogging. Clogged Gutters will overflow with water which can lead to expensive home repairs. To counter this, you’ll need to be able to perform some routine maintenance.

How often to clean a Gutter

Twice per year – once in the Spring, and again in the Fall. Additionally, you may want to inspect them again after a heavy-storm or windy week.

Remember that safety comes first

Unclogged Gutters aren’t worth your life, remember to practice safe-habits at all times. The most common mistake that can cause an accident is overreaching while on the ladder. Here are our top tips for staying safe:

• Don’t overreach
• Stay within the rails
• Consider a spotter
• Check your footing
• Consider a standoff stabilizer

The basics

1. Lay out a tarp

One of the best things you can do to ensure a simple process is to first, lay out a tarp to collect any fallen debris. Clean up often takes forever, but by using a tarp to collect the gunk – it doesn’t have to.

2. Get your hands dirty

Or don’t, by using gloves. Regardless, this step involves actually removing the gunk. Whether you use a tool to scoop it out – or dig it out with your hands.

3. Flush it out

Once you’ve removed all the debris, you’ll need to finish by flushing out the system with a hose.

Don’t Risk a Fall, Give Gutter Cowboy a Call

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