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Spring Maintenance: Gutter Tips

Spring is a good time to examine your gutters and see if they need to be cleaned. Here are some gutter tips.

General Tips

Plan on inspecting your gutters twice a year in the spring and fall. If your house is under trees you may have clean them more often.
A small garden shovel works well for scooping debris out of gutters.
Make your own gutter shovel with a 1 liter plastic pop bottle. Cut off the bottom of the bottle and half of the cylander to make a scoop.
If your gutters sag the water will not flow properly. Remove all debris and re-attach gutters.
Use a hose with pressure nozzle to clean out clogged spouts.
Use a plumber's snake for stubborn clogs.
Patch leaks with outdoor caulk.
If you are using an extension ladder place a 2x4 in the gutter to help prevent it from bending under the pressure of you and the ladder.
Remove rust with a wire brush and steel wool. Clean well. Then apply primer and paint to prevent future rusting.

Safety Tips

Wear heavy work gloves to prevent slivers and cuts from gutters.
Use a sturdy ladder.
Work with a buddy anytime you work in high places.

Do you have any gutter tips to add?

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