Learn 7 Essential Gutter Repair and Maintenance Tips

2. Regularly Cleaning Your Gutters

Regular gutter maintenance extends the life of your gutters, ensuring that your home’s exterior looks great for longer. When it comes to gutter care, the general guideline is to inspect and clean them at least twice a year, preferably in the autumn and spring.

 

However, this is not a hard and fast rule, and there may be times when you need to undertake maintenance more frequently. People who live in wet locations, for example, should undertake maintenance more frequently because gutters are prone to clogging.

Here are some gutter cleaning suggestions.

• Remove debris from the gutter with gloved hands and a plastic shovel and place it in a pail.

• Clean out any remaining dirt and debris with a garden hose fitted with a spray nozzle.

 

Once you’re away from the downspout, open the hose flush to let any remaining debris to run down the spout.

• If the water is not draining, the downspout is probably obstructed.

• Insert your garden hose into the spout and use maximum pressure to spray the nozzle.

The stream should dislodge the obstruction. If it doesn’t, you may need to use a tool like a plumber’s snake to reach the clogged material and dislodge it.

• Reattach and tighten any loose or removed pieces while working on the downspout.

• Replace the spray nozzle on the hose and flush the gutters again.

3. Get Your Roof Cleared

Always be cautious when ascending such heights. Also, never go to the rood when there is ice, rain, or severe winds. If the weather permits, scale the roof and clear leaves and other debris using a rake.

This prevents the following downpour from dragging them into the gutters and clogging them. Make an effort to educate yourself on proper roof maintenance techniques.