Clean Clogged Gutters

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

Clean clogged gutters.

Clean debris from clogs. Feed the hose up the downspout from the ground. If the cage is damaged or missing replacement screens cost just a few bucks. If you haven t cleaned your gutters yet do this first finishing with unclogging the downspout.

Remove all the accumulated debris in the gutter. Why gutters need cleaning. Just clear the debris but before you get out the ladder check out these tips on how to clean your gutters safely. If the amount of water coming out is less than what is going in there is a blockage.

If water flows out of the bottom carrying leaf debris with it your job is complete. Your ladder should be sturdy safe and large enough for the job. Turn the hose on and spray down the spout. After the gutters are clean and the water used for flushing isn t draining quickly check the downspout for clogs and any lodged debris.

Climb a sturdy ladder with the end of a garden hose in one hand. Remove and clean it. Clean the gutters. Problems caused by clogged or broken gutters are expensive to fix but easy to prevent.

Keep your body upright and reach only as far as you can without leaning away from the ladder. What to know before you clean your gutters. Reposition or repair the gutter supports. Work in short sections along the gutters and don t overreach from the ladder.

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.