It shouldn’t be a surprise to find that your gutters are clogged with fallen leaves, stray twigs, dirt, and seeds; after all, it is their job. Gutters are designed to catch water and anything that falls off your roof. You would not believe what else can get caught in your gutter system. Here at Denver Gutter Cleaning, we have seen it all! Kid’s toys, dog toys, bird’s nest, even a couple of golf balls.

My years of experience have taught me what the best gutter cleaning tools and equipment are and I would like to share them with you today. You can find a wide variety of gutter cleaning tools online. There are water wands, blower attachments, down spout wedges and even robots to clear that gutter muck. Denver Gutter Cleaning has tested many of these products and has found that the best cleaning tool is the reliable gutter scoop, designed like shovel modified just for gutters. This gutter scoop is inexpensive and can be purchased at Home Depot, Lowe’s, Ace, or your local home improvement store.

The next important piece of equipment you’ll need is a sturdy, durable ladder. I recommend a 16’ adjustable ladder. It will be the only thing between you and the ground, so safety needs to be a top priority. I attach ladder levelers to the feet of my ladder to ensure stabilization. I suggest hiring a professional for anyone who does not use a ladder occupationally. However, for homes two stories or higher I strongly suggest hiring a professional gutter cleaning service. Professionals will be experienced with rigging ropes, height safety, and will be insured.

I then place some sort of padding between the gutter and the ladder to prevent the paint from being scratched off the gutter. Scoop the debris out and put it in a strong leaf bag or bucket. Another piece of gutter cleaning equipment I use is a leaf blower. Blow out any remaining small debris. You can also use a garden hose with a sprayer attachment, but this method can sometimes be messy and is not usually necessary.

The last step is to make sure that your downspouts are clear and the last piece of gutter cleaning equipment you will need is a hand plumber’s snake. A clogged downspout could really cause a headache. I always run a hand plumber’s snake down to assure they are clear. Denver Gutter Cleaning guarantees our work 100%. We have the proper tools and experience to ensure that your gutter system is working properly and is able to do its job. The services our company provides are by far more valuable than any tool or equipment that you could purchase.