Gutter Care Tips

Gutter Care Tips

Cleaning Gutters can be Dangerous

Cleaning Gutters can be Dangerous

Clean Gutters – Avoid Costly Repairs

There are two things you can count on in South Florida: rainy season and debris in your gutters, so the best thing to remember is Clean Gutters – Avoid Costly Repairs! Most people don’t realize just how much debris, leaves and small tree twigs collect in their gutters over time. Postponing a small and inexpensive gutter cleaning can turn into an expensive fascia repair job in no time. As the gutters clog with debris, water overflows behind the gutter and rots the fascia. Now is the time to schedule gutter cleaning and minor gutter repairs. Our professional team does gutter cleaning, inspection and maintenance throughout Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast.

dirty-guttersWHow to Clean Gutter Discoloration

One common question we receive is how to deal with the vertical stripes that are often seen on rain gutters. We have a solution you can use to clean your gutters exteriors. Apply the solution listed below with a sponge or sponge mop and gently scrub until discoloration is minimized. Rinse away any remaining solution immediately to prevent damage . Always wear eye protection and gloves when working with caustic chemicals.

Exterior Gutter Cleaning Solution, prepare as follows:

  • 1/2 cup detergent (ex. Tide)
  • 2/3 cup Trisodium Phosphate (ex. Soilax)
  • 1 quart 5% Sodium Hypochlorite (ex. Clorox)
  • 3 quarts Water

Caution: Greater concentrations may cause damage to your property. Make sure to spray off any area that the solution has come into contact with as soon as possible and to thoroughly rinse plants and flower beds to insure they are not harmed.

*Please note, this process is to be used at your own discretion, All Gutter Systems is not responsible for any misuse or damage that may occur as a result of using this cleaning method.