Maintenance Guides / Exterior & Structure

Clean gutter guards

Difficulty: easyTime: 30 mins

Why it matters

Gutter guards still require regular maintenance. Pine needles, shingle grit, and debris bypass most guard styles.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Set up a stable ladder against the house.

  • 2

    Use a soft brush or leaf blower to clear leaves and debris from guard surface.

  • 3

    Rinse with a garden hose to wash away grit.

  • 4

    Check for standing water on the guard (indicates blockage).

  • 5

    Clear any debris from underneath if accessible.