byAlma Abell

An aluminum gutter system prevents water from pooling on shingles or other roofing materials and deposits rainwater away from a home or business. Gutter maintenance will ensure that water can flow freely through gutter sections. If leaves or dirt clog a gutter system, water can damage roofing materials. After Gutter Installations in Nassau County, an individual can complete routine maintenance by following the steps below.

Materials

• extension ladder
• hand rake
• small shovel
• trash bag
• detergent
• water hose
• empty spray bottle
• scouring pad
• sponge

Remove Loose Debris From The Top Of A Gutter System

An extension ladder should be set up next to one end of a gutter system. After stabilizing a ladder’s base, an individual can climb up a ladder and use a hand rake or small shovel to scoop up debris before putting it in a trash bag.

A ladder will need to be moved several times so that the entire length of a gutter system can be cleaned. Detergent and water should be mixed together and poured into a spray bottle. Soapy water can safely be added to aluminum pieces and will effectively remove stains.

Treat Stains And Unclog A Downspout

Stains need to be saturated with soapy water that is in a spray bottle. Soapy water needs to penetrate stained surfaces for several minutes. A scouring pad or sponge can be wiped back and forth across stained surfaces to break up residue that has hardened on aluminum pieces. After a gutter system is clean, a water hose should be used to rinse soap from aluminum.

If a downspout has leaves or dirt clogging its openings, water should be sprayed on the top of a downspout for several minutes. As water pressure comes into contact with debris, it will dislodge and be transferred through a gutter system. After spraying water through the top of a downspout, an individual should climb down a ladder and visually inspect the bottom of a gutter system.

A small shovel can be used to dislodge any debris that is stuck inside of a downspout’s lower opening. Homeowners can find more information about Gutter Installations in Nassau County and maintenance tips if they visit a supplier’s website.