Everything New Homeowners Need to Know About Roofs

Rain gutters play an integral part in the overall longevity of your roofing system. Rain gutters are specifically designed to provide a runoff route for water. Standing water that is left on your roof applies unnecessary pressure to your roof over time and can result in the formation of leaks. This means that making sure your gutters are cleaned will ensure that your roof is less vulnerable to damage. It is important that you are aware of some of the most helpful tips designed to make gutter cleaning easier.

Rake

It is important that you concentrate on the surface of your roof; it is possible for you to safely get access to your roof. Making sure that you are practised in raking leaves and other types of debris off your roof will keep it from even entering your gutters in the first place. Rain will move debris into the gutter if you are not proactive about removing the debris in advance. If trees are positioned closely to your roof, it is a good idea to rake the leaves from your roof when they first begin to fall.

Scoop

The method of debris removal that is most effective for your gutters is the scoop method. This means that you should use some type of garden trowel that is small to use as a scoop for the debris that is within your gutters. It is always a good idea to begin working at the lowest part of your gutter in the direction that is closest to the drain outlet. It is always suggested that you pick a time to clean your gutters when it has been dry for a few days. This will ensure that the debris you are trying remove is not extremely wet. When the debris is dry, it is much easier to scoop out and handle. You should carry along a type of bucket that you can scoop the gutter debris into.

Hose

It is also a good idea to use your hose once you have removed all the debris by hand. You can use your hose to blast what remains of the debris out. The pressure from the water will be effective in removing the leftover debris. You can place a high-pressure nozzle onto your hose and stream the water down the entire length of the gutters. There will likely be a lot of mud as a result, but just continue with the water until the water looks more clear in color.

For more information or help with cleaning your guttering, contact a local roofing company.