Ideas and tips to clean and maintain your roof rain gutter including cleaning tools and solutions, installation, repair fixes and more
Tiger stripes on your aluminum gutters are unsightly and more pronounced on roofs with bright-colored soffits and dark shingles. The stripes form when dirt accumulated on top of gutters that do not have covers. The dirt then mixes with the moisture from rain and the air and starts streaming down on the side of the … Read more
Birds love nesting on rooftops and one of their favorite places is the gutter given how easy it is to make a nest there. The curved shape of gutters makes it much easier for the birds to make a nest. However, these nests are an issue as they can easily lead to clogs when they … Read more
Reaching your gutters without a ladder can be a tough task or at least costly if you have to hire someone. Therefore, you must find an appropriate ladder that compensates for your height as you perform your gutter cleaning, repair or replacement tasks up there. While ladders come in various designs, load capacities, and heights, … Read more
Cleaning your gutteran activity you should carry out every few months depending on the area you live in. Besides simply clearing the gutters of leaves, twigs, dust and other types of dirt, you need to give them a proper cleaning to remove any unsightly stains and to ensure mold and algae don’t grow on them. … Read more
With the right attachment or extensions kits, a leaf blower can be an excellent way to easily and safely remove dry leaves, twigs and debris from your gutters without having to climb on the roof. However, a ladder is necessary when inspecting your gutters before a thorough cleaning. Some of the most common leaf blower … Read more
If you are looking for a new way to clean your gutters, pressure washing is worth considering. Pressure washers work by using a narrow, high-pressure jet of water to remove dirt from the gutter surfaces. With the proper pressure washer nozzle and the right cleaning solution, you can easily and quickly blast away unsightly filth, … Read more
Vacuuming is unquestionably one of the safest and eco-friendliest methods if all you want is a mess-free process of cleaning your gutters, especially from the ground. Gutter vacuuming incorporates the use of a vacuum and special attachments that create a powerful suction that aids in the removal of leaves, straw, and other debris from your … Read more
Unless it’s the natural aging process, gutters rarely get dirty on the outside. However, Gutters can sometimes trap leaves and other items which can eventually lead to clogging resulting in water and dirt falling to the gutter exteriors. Over time, the dirt builds up and the moist surface can attract moss and mold. If left … Read more
The longevity of your gutters will depend on the type of materials they’re made of, the weather in the area, the maintenance procedures among other aspects. For example, copper gutters last longer than aluminum gutters while gutters in places with high amounts of rainfall and dirt in the air will last for a shorter period … Read more
As a homeowner, you may lack the motivation to climb a ladder, lack trust in the ladders in your store, be afraid of heights, or dislike incessant nagging from your family members to take care when climbing a ladder. Luckily, with some tools and tips, it is possible to wash your gutters without a ladder. … Read more