For best wear and protection, paint the outsides of gutters with oil-based exterior house paint, and coat the insides with asphalt roofing paint, which will make them resistant to rust. Never rest a ladder on a gutter. It will bend the gutter out of shape, causing low spots where pools of water will collect when it rains.
When cleaning gutters, inspect each hanger for bent straps and popped nails asyou work your way along the gutter. If the house has a fascia or board trim, check the gutter's alignment with it. The gutter should rest firmly against the fascia for maximum support. Clean gutters by hand, then hose them down after you 've removed the debris. This flushes out the remnants and gives you an opportunity to observe the flow of water and see low spots or improper pitch.
Check the nails or screws in the straps holding the downspout to your house. These can work themselves loose with use or age, or when a downspout has been used as a ladder support. If you are replacing only a section or two of gutter, take a cross-sectional piece with you when buying a new one. You'll need an exact match of shape and metal.
Using a spray-on auto undercoating is a quick and easy way to repair your rain gutters. If you notice any gaps in the gutter, simply spray. If you have to patch a small hole, put a piece of screen wire over the hole and then spray on the undercoating.
To keep downspouts clear, flush them fre-quently with a garden hose. If necessary, remove stubborn clogs with a plumber’s snake. When installing a new gutter, get someone to help with lifting the gutter sections. Positioning long sections cannot be done by one person.
When cleaning gutters, inspect each hanger for bent straps and popped nails asyou work your way along the gutter. If the house has a fascia or board trim, check the gutter's alignment with it. The gutter should rest firmly against the fascia for maximum support. Clean gutters by hand, then hose them down after you 've removed the debris. This flushes out the remnants and gives you an opportunity to observe the flow of water and see low spots or improper pitch.
Using a spray-on auto undercoating is a quick and easy way to repair your rain gutters. If you notice any gaps in the gutter, simply spray. If you have to patch a small hole, put a piece of screen wire over the hole and then spray on the undercoating.
To keep downspouts clear, flush them fre-quently with a garden hose. If necessary, remove stubborn clogs with a plumber’s snake. When installing a new gutter, get someone to help with lifting the gutter sections. Positioning long sections cannot be done by one person.
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