7 Points to Consider When Gutter Cleaning

1. Look at the access to the gutters.

· How high are the gutters?

· Is the ground level for the ladder to be safe?

· Can the ladder sit against the gutter in a safe manner?

2. Look at the pitch and condition of the roof.

· Is it too steep or slippery?

3. Tools required for the job.

· Gloves

· Bucket

· Scoop

Is the gap in the gutter accessible with your hand? If not, it might be time to call Gutter-Vac Tasmania with their nozzles that can get into the tight spaces.

4. Before cleaning, look at where the water is lying in the gutters. If there are large amounts, you may have a blockage somewhere. Check for a blockage in the nearest down pipe. Another reason could be that your gutters are not hung correctly to allow the flow of water.

5. Cleaning by hand will remove the bulk of the debris, sticks, leaves, mud or bark. A film of sludge or residue will be left that is corrosive to your gutters. Using a hose to wash down the gutters can run the risk of water in the eves or your roof cavity. Gutter-Vac vacuums the debris and sludge, no need for the use of a hose therefore no water risks.

6. Once cleaned, inspect for holes and leaks in the seams so the you can repair with a bit of silicon.

7. The most important consideration is to always minimise the risk for your safety.

· The height, we touched on. A fall from any height can be dangerous.

· The weather. Consider the heat and dehydration factor in summer. Drink plenty of fluids, wear a hat and sunscreen. In winter consider the damp and frosty roof.

NEVER GET ON THE ROOF IN WET, ICY CONDITIONS!

· Electrical connections or other wires to the roof. BE AWARE!

There is a lot to consider when taking on this work yourself. First and foremost is your safety. If it is not safe, call in the experts. We are fully trained to do this work and have full insurance coverage.

DON’T RISK A FALL!

Give Gutter-Vac Tasmania a call 1300 654 253

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