Getting Your Roof and Gutter in Perfect Shape This Spring
With falling leaves and the remnants of summer storms, spring is an important time to inspect and clean out your roof and gutters. Debris and water sitting in your gutters can cause clogging, backups, and extra weight that pulls gutters away from your house. With proper maintenance, your gutters could last up to 30 years.
If you are comfortable climbing a ladder and your gutters are easy to reach, then cleaning out your roof and gutters is a good project to complete every spring. Follow these 3 roof and gutter cleaning tips to get them in shape for spring.
Clean the roof
In order to ensure that your gutters remain clear, remove all debris from the roof. The leaves, sticks, and dirt that collect in the gutter and clog it up typically slide off of the roof when it rains.
Be safe
Safety is the most important aspect of inspecting and cleaning your gutters. Make sure your ladder is sturdy and not leaning against the gutters if they are loose. The ladder should be footed, meaning that an additional person should be holding it steady or something sturdy should be placed behind the bottom to make sure it does not slip.
Remove the debris
You can use a garden trowel or children’s plastic shovel to clean out the leaves and debris, but you can also purchase a gutter scoop from the hardware store. It will be exactly the right shape for your gutters and is thin enough to effectively scoop out all the debris.
Flush out gutters
After you have cleared the gutters, flush out the gutters and downspouts with a garden hose. The water will not only rinse out the gutters, but it will also make sure that your downspouts are clear, and you can spot any leaks in the process.
To know more about the roof and gutter cleaning services we at A1 Manasquan Roofing and Siding offer, contact us at (732) 200-7010 now and let us start cleaning your roof and gutters in Manasquan, NJ! We’ll be waiting for your phone call.