Share:

Gutters provide necessary drainage control to keep homes safe from water damage. Cleaning your gutters routinely is one of the easiest ways to avoid unnecessary roof, siding, and foundation repairs. The roof and gutter specialists at Cincinnati Roofing recommend homeowners clean their gutters at least twice a year — once in the spring and again in the fall.

Cleaning gutters can easily be added to your spring cleaning list, but doing a poor job can cause more problems in the long run. Use these tips to make sure you do a proper job cleaning your gutters.

3 Ways to Clean Your Gutters

1. Clean Them Often

guttersThe frequency with which homeowners should clean their gutters varies because of the types of trees on their properties. For example, pine and oak trees shed a lot, leaving more debris in your gutters and requiring them to be cleaned at least four times a year. The more you clean your gutters, the less chance debris has to build up, causing overflows and damage.

2. Use Care

Gutters are attached to your roof in many different ways, and not all are watertight. Their slope and angle also affects their efficiency. If you accidentally dislodge your gutters or cause their slopes to shift, they no longer function properly. When removing debris, do so carefully, using gloves, your hands, and spray from a low-pressure hosepipe.

3. Don’t Forget to Check Downspouts

Debris can also become lodged in downspouts. Spray down the downspout to check for clogs. If there is a clog, feed the hosepipe down inside the downspout, using it as a tool to remove the buildup.

If cleaning your own gutters sounds daunting, don’t worry. The gutter professionals at Cincinnati Roofing will inspect and clean your gutters. Call (513) 484-5363 to get a free estimate or schedule an appointment. You can also learn more about their services online.

tracking