Best Ways to Clean Out Your Gutters

Gutters are an often overlooked facet of your house, albeit of importance. A functioning gutter system works to divert any water from a rainstorm away from your roof and your house. Diverting water away from your roof can help prevent water damage to your shingles as well as stop moisture from seeping in through your foundation.

Yes, gutters are an integral part of your house, but when was the last time you cleaned them? Having clogged gutters can add years to your roof, prompting an early and costly replacement. Sure, gutters are a pain to clean, but not if you know some shortcuts!

Here are some of the best ways to clean your gutters.

Use a Shop Vac

A shop vacuum can be used for just about any cleaning job! The powerful suction of the vacuum paired with its wide spout makes cleaning around your house a breeze. How can it be used to clean gutters, though?

There is an attachment you can buy which is found at most hardware stores. This attachment consists of a long hose and a curved mouth, so you will be able to suck up all the leaves and debris in your gutter without having to get on a ladder!

After vacuuming up the debris in the gutters, wash it with a water hose, and you’re all set.

Use a Leaf Blower

The most common debris found in a gutter is, of course, those fall leaves! A leaf blower is an ideal tool used for cleaning out gutters. Simply position your ladder at the opposite end of your downspout and find a comfortable position on your roof. Work towards your downspout, blowing out leaves and debris in the process.

Be careful not to blow any leaves into the downspout, though!

Power Washer

You may clean your gutter regularly, but after so many years, there will be a thick layer of dirt that will accumulate over time. Using a shop vacuum or a leaf blower isn’t any good against built-up dirt.

The use of a power washer will rip that layer of dirt right off your gutters, leaving a clean passage for rainwater.

Install Gutter Guards

The best way to clean is prevention. Consider installing gutter guards to prevent most debris from falling in your gutters!

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