Clean Clogged Gutters

Reposition or repair the gutter supports.

Clean clogged gutters.

Keep your body upright and reach only as far as you can without leaning away from the ladder. If water flows out of the bottom carrying leaf debris with it your job is complete. Problems caused by clogged or broken gutters are expensive to fix but easy to prevent. Work in short sections along the gutters and don t overreach from the ladder.

Use your chosen method scoop and drop bucket or bag to scoop out leaves and debris from the gutters. If the cage is in good shape firmly re seat it into the downspout hole. Remove and clean it. After the gutters are clean and the water used for flushing isn t draining quickly check the downspout for clogs and any lodged debris.

If the amount of water coming out is less than what is going in there is a blockage. What to know before you clean your gutters. Why gutters need cleaning. Climb a sturdy ladder with the end of a garden hose in one hand.

Just clear the debris but before you get out the ladder check out these tips on how to clean your gutters safely. Water isn t draining from the downspouts water overflows from gutter and drips from joints gutters are clogged with leaves and needles as regular maintenance to keep them working properly. Turn the hose on and spray down the spout. Your ladder should be sturdy safe and large enough for the job.

If you haven t cleaned your gutters yet do this first finishing with unclogging the downspout. When you reach the top opening of the downspout ask a helper down below to turn on the water. Clean the gutters. If the clog is caused by loose hangers or spikes.

Remove all the accumulated debris in the gutter.