Cleaning Out Gutters And Downspouts

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Cleaning out gutters and downspouts.

Using a drain cleaning tool like a toilet drain auger or snake to clear the clog the same way you would a shower or toilet. Remove the downspout extension if present to expose the bottom opening. Take a hose and place it into the downspout from the top opening where the gutters feed into it. Flush out your downspout.

If your downspout is one solid piece take off the bands to remove it the downspout should slide out then flush it out with a hose and reattach. Start cleaning at one of the downspouts and work toward the other end of the gutter. Before you begin realize that this project may require you to climb onto the roof. To clean your gutters put on your work gloves and grab a 5 gallon bucket with a handle.

Clean the bottom downspout opening. Clean the downspouts. Begin cleaning near a downspout. How to unclog a gutter downspout be cautious.

Once the roof gutters are cleared of debris make sure the downspouts are cleared. To unclog a gutter downspout try your easiest options first. Wear safety glasses to keep bits of dried leaves and other debris out of your eyes. Put on the rubber gloves under your work gloves if the debris is damp.

Have a helper turn on the water and check for downspout flow. Start by cleaning the bottom downspout opening. If your downspouts have horizontal extension pipes remove these to clear the downspouts. Pushing the hose through the bottom of the downspout and turn it on the highest pressure to clear out any blockages.

If you need to replace them learn more about what it takes to install new gutters. Insert a garden hose in the downspout and turn on the water to flush out any debris. If you have a short piece of downspout running into an underground tiling system only remove that short piece. Once you ve removed the debris from the gutters use a garden hose to flush the gutters and downspouts and clear out any remaining debris.

If desired you can use a small garden trowel or even a toilet brush to help scoop gunk out of the gutters but usually your hands work just as well or better. This will help keep your hands dry while.