Every home, building, and other major structure needs gutters to prevent water damage. After all, gutters are responsible for redirecting rainwater to a designated location instead of allowing it to spill over the roof and onto the exterior walls where it may seep into the materials.

Gutters are highly effective when they’re clear of clogs, but not everyone remembers to clean their gutters twice a year like they should. Regular gutter cleaning is extremely important, so we want to go over some of the basics you should know about it:

Removing leaves, twigs, and debris is essential. This debris often takes the blame for clogged gutters because leaves and twigs are bulky. Removing these objects is an important first step in the gutter cleaning process, and it can be done easily with a bucket and gloves. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean this is a task you should handle yourself.
You should hire a professional for safety reasons. Even if you’re capable of removing the debris from your gutters, it may be a good idea to hire a professional for the job. Professionals are trained in ladder safety, so they know how to avoid accidents and injuries when working from great heights. In addition, they’re insured, so you know they’re covered if they were to fall.
It’s important to wash your gutters, too. Removing debris might not be enough to keep your gutters in good shape. If your gutters have grimy streaks or contaminants like algae and mold growing on their surface, you should wash your gutters. We can handle that for you at Piedmont Home Services, as we have highly effective cleaning solutions that kill the contaminants.