Spring Clean your Gutters
Now that spring has well and truly sprung, with bluebells out in full bloom and lambs out in the field, it’s that time of year where you get back out in the garden and start to prepare for the year ahead. One job which is often overlooked is the clearing out of the gutters and checking they are in good working order.
The simple steps below guide you through how you can get your gutters working in top order:
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Clear out any loose leaves and moss, starting from the gutter outlet and working away. Use gloves and a trowel to scoop all the debris up into a bucket to prevent making a mess of the house or the ground below.
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Once all the debris has been removed, use a pressure hose to blast the remaining dirt away. Work down the length of the gutter heading towards the downpipe. Again, take care to try and not splash the water too much and getting it over the walls of the house.
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If remaining dirt doesn’t wash away then try using a stiff scrubbing brush to remove any encrusted dirt left behind.
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Clear any obstruction in the downpipe by flushing water through the downpipe.
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Once the gutters are clean, run water through the system and check for any leaks, especially along joints and around the downpipe. If you see any leaks then you may need to replace part or all of the system, using the steps below. If you can’t find the information that you require, please call our Technical Services team on 01622 852695.