Clean Clogged Gutters

If the cage is in good shape firmly re seat it into the downspout hole.

Clean clogged gutters.

If the amount of water coming out is less than what is going in there is a blockage. Use your chosen method scoop and drop bucket or bag to scoop out leaves and debris from the gutters. Reposition or repair the gutter supports. After the gutters are clean and the water used for flushing isn t draining quickly check the downspout for clogs and any lodged debris.

Clean the gutters. Clean debris from clogs. What to know before you clean your gutters. Remove all the accumulated debris in the gutter.

Keep your body upright and reach only as far as you can without leaning away from the ladder. Work in short sections along the gutters and don t overreach from the ladder. If the clog is caused by loose hangers or spikes. Problems caused by clogged or broken gutters are expensive to fix but easy to prevent.

Just clear the debris but before you get out the ladder check out these tips on how to clean your gutters safely. Why gutters need cleaning. Your ladder should be sturdy safe and large enough for the job. 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.

If the cage is damaged or missing replacement screens cost just a few bucks. When you reach the top opening of the downspout ask a helper down below to turn on the water. Feed the hose up the downspout from the ground. Turn the hose on and spray down the spout.

Climb a sturdy ladder with the end of a garden hose in one hand.