How to clean gutters: what you need to know and the rules

Gutters play a key role in protecting a building from rainwater. They drain precipitation away from the roof and foundation, preventing leaks, wall damage and basement flooding.

However, regular cleaning is necessary for their effective operation, especially in the spring and autumn, when the gutters can quickly become clogged with leaves, branches and dirt. Clean Gutter Protection allows you to effectively clean your gutters.

Cleaning process

The gutter cleaning process begins with preparation. You need to make sure you have a stepladder of the appropriate height, gloves, safety glasses, and tools — a small shovel, a brush and a garden hose. Before starting work, it is important to make sure that the ladder is installed on a stable surface and that there are no wires or other obstacles nearby.

First, large debris is removed from the gutters manually:

• leaves;
• branches;
• moss.

For this, gloves or a special shovel-shovel are used. Next, wash with water under pressure using a hose. By directing the stream to the drainpipe, you can make sure that the water flows freely and there are no blockages. If a blockage has formed in the pipe, it is carefully cleaned with either a flexible cable or a special cleaning nozzle.

After cleaning, it is important to check the condition of the fasteners, the tightness of the joints and the integrity of the gutters. If necessary, minor repairs are carried out:

• replacing gaskets;
• sealing the joints;
• fixing torn off sections.

Clean and serviceable gutters will not only extend the service life of the roof and facade, but also prevent expensive repairs in the future.

Professional gutter cleaning also remains a popular service. It is especially relevant for multi-story buildings or in cases where access to the drainage system is difficult. In such situations, it is better to entrust the work to specialists who have the necessary equipment and skills for safe and quick cleaning. Regular maintenance is the key to the efficient operation of the drainage system. Cleaning twice a year, in spring and autumn, will help avoid many problems and keep the building in excellent condition. If you do not clean it in a timely manner, water can stagnate in the gutters, which will lead to their deformation or cracks. In addition, accumulated debris attracts insects and can become a place for moss or mold to form. Clean gutters are not only functional, but also a neat appearance of the house.