3 Household Tools to Clean Gutters from Ground
Do you know that you need to clean the gutters at least twice a year, during the fall/winter and spring/summer transition? It makes no difference if you have many trees around the house or not, there will always be dirt and debris filling the gutter and eventually clogging them. As we all know, clogged gutters are the gateway to other house problems such as leaking roofs and pest infestations to name a few.
However, cleaning your gutters usually requires that you climb a ladder and stay on the ladder while cleaning the gutter. It is a physically taxing chore, and not everyone can do it. You are putting extra strains on your knees and hip joints. At the end of the day, you wish that you had called a handyman instead of doing it yourself.
Before you start looking for handyman services, you might have some tools laying around that can help you clean the gutters from the ground. Some of your household tools are strong enough to work double duty. All you must do is get a gutter cleaning nozzle in your nearby home improvement store or you can order them online. Here are the tools and methods that can help you clean your gutters without getting on your roof.
-
Vacuum cleaner
If you think that your regular vacuum machine only works indoor, think again. Some vacuums are even strong enough to work as a leaf blower. Attach the nozzle and lance to your vacuum connector. You can start vacuuming as soon as you placed the nozzle on the gutter. Just like when you vacuum your floor, start working your way too from one corner to another.
For more thorough cleaning, you can fill your gutters with water, then repeat the vacuum process several times.
-
Power washer
A power washer can do a lot more than just washing your car. Most brands have included several nozzles in the package, including an adjustable telescopic one. It is best if you have a U-shaped adjustable nozzle too, but even a straight wand still can work wonder. If you can direct your washer to the nook and make sure that you are flushing the dirt out of your gutters.
To avoid clogging your spout, flush it several times after you clean the gutter. Make sure that no debris remained in it.
-
Garden hose
If you only have a garden hose and no attachments ready, you don’t need to worry. You can get an adjustable nozzle and lance or PVC pipes at your hardware store or buy online special gutter cleaning wander online. The idea is to change your hose into a makeshift power washer for the day. However, a regular hose lacks the water pressure that a washer has, so you may have to repeat the cleaning process several times.
Now that you know the tricks, cleaning the gutter has never been easier. You can save a lot of time and money, utilizing what you have in the garage and avoid climbing on a ladder by cleaning your gutters from the ground.