I have limited resources for buying tools- how do I clean my gutters?
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All you need is a ladder to get to your gutters. There are rental stores that you can use for most any tool but I would suggest asking to borrow from a neighbor first.
:) Yeah, when you can grown plants in the gutters you are definitely behind on cleaning them.
Once the gutters are clean you can install gutter guards on the gutters. I got tired of cleaning gutters every year so I installed them on mine.
https://www.menards.com/main/building-materials/roofing-soffits-gutters/gutters/gutter-accessories/lb-plastics-4-filtered-vinyl-gutter-cover/p-1444444706265.htm
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Amerimax-Home-Products-3-ft-Snap-In-White-Gutter-Guard-85270/100009044
need a ladder, climb upclean gutter by hand, you wilneed a bucket to put refuse in
Wear gloves, sometimes the gutters have sharp edges. And do have someone hold the ladder .
You did the same thing I did.... let it go to long, and now the only choice you have is to get the ladder and dig it out by hand, or hire it done! I've read a lot of good suggestions here, but they will only work on "fresh debris" once things start rooting there's just no blowing, or hosing that can break the root system apart. Good luck!😁
Yup, same from me: get a ladder, wear gloves, clean out the gunk. Check out the dollar store for anything mesh that can be used over the downspout. Check out the cooking section for mesh strainers that might fit. Best of luck & be careful.
Wow, thanks all of you for your responses....the ladder and by hand were what I had already assumed. However, your experience let me know what to expect.