Tips For Cleaning a Gutter in Neenah, WI

by | Dec 18, 2014 | Roofing

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As great as it is to spend a lot of money covering your roof with a high-quality material, it will just be money down the drain if you don’t have gutters to help protect it. Without a structure having gutters, your roof will not last as long and may start to weaken. The reason for this is that gutters will divert rainwater from your roof and onto the ground where it belongs. If you have to get cleaning for a Gutter in Neenah, Wisconsin, here are some tips you may want to know to help you avoid costly installations.

Cleaning a gutter can be nasty, tedious work, but it has to be done on a regular basis if you are going to preserve it for any length of time. This is at least twice a year. Most of the time, if left to a professional, you will ensure successful cleaning. However, if you are determined to do it yourself, then you must take necessary precautions and steps.

     *      The first thing to ensure is that you have the proper equipment to scale the gutter. You want the right kind of ladder, and you may even want to consider wearing a lanyard as part of your personal protective equipment. You will want to avoid certain kinds of ladders that might be okay in some applications. The best ladders to use are aluminum ladders, if you are considering the weight and sturdiness combination.

     *      Next, you will need the proper garden hose, with an adjustable spray nozzle (so you increase the pressure as needed while you are flushing the gutter.

     *      Finally, you will need to ensure you have a gutter scoop which will function to remove the leaves and debris that will not flush down the gutter pipe. You may also want to have an extension pole for longer reach.

Motto & Sons Construction are in the business of gutter repair and installation. They will also perform the tasks of cleaning your Gutter in Neenah, Wisconsin, Appleton, Wisconsin and OshKosh, Wisconsin and the surrounding areas if you would rather a professional to do it.

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