How to Clean Gutters

Exterior, Roofing, Video by Allen Lyle

Clogged overflowing gutters can lead to rotten fascia boards and even cause damage to the foundation. Clean them during dry weather starting at the downspout and working back. Wear gloves and use a gardening trowel or a scoop made from a plastic container. Rather than throwing the leaves and debris away, put them on your compost pile. After the gutters are clean, use a garden hose to wash out the inside, and check to be sure the downspouts are flowing freely.

For more detailed information on cleaning and repairing your gutters, see our article on The Trouble with Gutters.

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One Response to “How to Clean Gutters”

  1. tony Says:
    September 10th, 2008 at 9:42 am

    how to get ny front porch lights wire throught the back of
    my hard broad,i dont no if there is insolation behine it or
    seatrock I think I,have to drill from outside to the top of the inside wall,also how to wire a dimmer witch for them,
    thanks,tonyn nilton2002@yahoo.com.

    or drill from the top ,down to outside witch is the easy.

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