Cleaning Tips
Hand Scoop Method
Access clogged gutter via the appropriate sized extension ladder and hand scoop debris into (a) garbage bag, (b) place in bucket or (c) throw debris to ground below. Choose the best collection method based on your jobsite evaluation.
If you are cleaning metal gutters that can hold a little extra weight, you can modify a bucket to hang from gutter by cutting middle of bucket's metal handle and crimping divided handle arms to wrap around and hang from gutter edge. One problem with this method is, you won't have a useable handle to carry bucket down ladder once it's full of gutter waste material. This may present a safety issue.
If you choose to use the garbage bag method, this will require you to carry a heavy garbage bag down a ladder. This action also requires your full attention to prevent a fall and possible injury to yourself. I prefer filling several small plastic bags rather than a few large ones... This will help minimize fall hazards due to the lesser weight of the filled smaller bag.
The safest way to get gutter debris down a ladder is simply to drop it to the ground after each hand scoop. This will make a mess of the area below and may not be appropriate for every jobsite but, in my experience, is the safest method.
Access clogged gutter via the appropriate sized extension ladder and hand scoop debris into (a) garbage bag, (b) place in bucket or (c) throw debris to ground below. Choose the best collection method based on your jobsite evaluation.
If you are cleaning metal gutters that can hold a little extra weight, you can modify a bucket to hang from gutter by cutting middle of bucket's metal handle and crimping divided handle arms to wrap around and hang from gutter edge. One problem with this method is, you won't have a useable handle to carry bucket down ladder once it's full of gutter waste material. This may present a safety issue.
If you choose to use the garbage bag method, this will require you to carry a heavy garbage bag down a ladder. This action also requires your full attention to prevent a fall and possible injury to yourself. I prefer filling several small plastic bags rather than a few large ones... This will help minimize fall hazards due to the lesser weight of the filled smaller bag.
The safest way to get gutter debris down a ladder is simply to drop it to the ground after each hand scoop. This will make a mess of the area below and may not be appropriate for every jobsite but, in my experience, is the safest method.
Ladder Safety Tips for Gutter Cleaning
Long perforated plastic gutter scooper, shaped like a spoon, can help gather debris and extend your reach, therefore minimizing ladder repositioning. As a result, you can complete the job faster, which can help you make more money per hour if the job is based on a "bid price" method. Gutter scoopers are available at window cleaning supply stores world wide.
Gloves, rubber or garden type, can help prevent cutting hands on sharp gutter edges when using the hand scoop method.
Long perforated plastic gutter scooper, shaped like a spoon, can help gather debris and extend your reach, therefore minimizing ladder repositioning. As a result, you can complete the job faster, which can help you make more money per hour if the job is based on a "bid price" method. Gutter scoopers are available at window cleaning supply stores world wide.
Gloves, rubber or garden type, can help prevent cutting hands on sharp gutter edges when using the hand scoop method.
Gutter Scooper
Long perforated plastic gutter scooper, shaped like a spoon, can help gather debris and extend your reach, therefore minimizing ladder repositioning. As a result, you can complete the job faster, which can help you make more money per hour if the job is based on a "bid price" method. Gutter scoopers are available at window cleaning supply stores world wide.
Gloves, rubber or garden type, can help prevent cutting hands on sharp gutter edges when using the hand scoop method.
Long perforated plastic gutter scooper, shaped like a spoon, can help gather debris and extend your reach, therefore minimizing ladder repositioning. As a result, you can complete the job faster, which can help you make more money per hour if the job is based on a "bid price" method. Gutter scoopers are available at window cleaning supply stores world wide.
Gloves, rubber or garden type, can help prevent cutting hands on sharp gutter edges when using the hand scoop method.
Pressure Cleaning Method
Use a pressure washer to unclog gutters. This is the best way to unclog gutters when you are already performing Roof Pressure Washing services for a customer... You literally just high pressure spray the gutter clean while you're standing on the roof. This method requires the use of a fall arrest system, i.e... (Rope, lanyard, rope grap, carabineers and harness).
It's important to realize pressure washers can make a HUGE mess... Especially when spraying out a clogged gutter system! If you are hired to unclog gutters and clean windows for a customer, I'd highly suggest using the 'Hand Scoop' method. But, if you are already pressure washing a roof, use the 'Pressure Washing' method because you'll need to be continuously spraying out gutter as roof moss and other organic material fills gutters.
Use a pressure washer to unclog gutters. This is the best way to unclog gutters when you are already performing Roof Pressure Washing services for a customer... You literally just high pressure spray the gutter clean while you're standing on the roof. This method requires the use of a fall arrest system, i.e... (Rope, lanyard, rope grap, carabineers and harness).
It's important to realize pressure washers can make a HUGE mess... Especially when spraying out a clogged gutter system! If you are hired to unclog gutters and clean windows for a customer, I'd highly suggest using the 'Hand Scoop' method. But, if you are already pressure washing a roof, use the 'Pressure Washing' method because you'll need to be continuously spraying out gutter as roof moss and other organic material fills gutters.
Company info
Gutter Systems by Bruce
Serving the Greater Minneapolis/St.
Paul area, Wisconsin and Minnesota.
Phone: 612-961-2598
Email: bdonmob@gmail.com
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Serving the Greater Minneapolis/St.
Paul area, Wisconsin and Minnesota.
Phone: 612-961-2598
Email: bdonmob@gmail.com
*Copy and paste email into your email provider