The best way to clean both the exterior and interior of your rain gutters without a ladder is to use an applicator.
Diy gutter cleaning attachment.
The downpipe and elbows linked above measure 3 x 2 but these measurements will not fit all leaf blowers.
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Flush out the gutter with water starting at the far end and moving toward the downspout.
Use a strong stream of water and avoid spraying underneath the roof shingles.
Rain gutter cleaning from the ground can be done with this diy pvc rain gutter attachment wand that connects to a garden hose.
A 2 1 2 inch to 1 1 2 inch rubber reducer extra extension for the shop vac to provide the necessary extension length to reach the roof from ground level.
Aluminum downpipe or vinyl downpipe.
Stand beneath your gutters and raise your vacuum attachment to gutter level.
Get into position below and slightly in front of the section of gutter you want to clean.
For maximum power when spraying gutters and downspouts use a pressure washer.
Place the short end of the hook inside your gutter and then turn on the water.
Materials needed for a diy leaf blower gutter attachment.
Purchase two 8 foot lengths of pvc pipe for creating the gutter cleaner and having some extra for repairs.
You can diy one by attaching a cleaning cloth to a large pole.
A unit like this might also be a good option for cleaning debris out of your gutter.
2 or more aluminum downspout elbows or vinyl downspout elbows.
Two inch sink trap to form the 180 degree bend for the gutter.
Specialty gutter cleaning attachments for your garden hose can make the job easier.
Cut 6 inches off one of the sections with a hacksaw.
When cleaning your rain gutters make sure to do a comprehensive job by tackling both the interior and exterior of the rain gutters.
Walk around the house holding the long end of the hook and three high pressure streams of water will shoot out of the holes you drilled cleaning the gutters.
Leaf vacuums which are sometimes called lawn vacuums are also very popular for yard cleanup.
For the most part a leaf vacuum will use pretty much the same type of attachment as the blower.
Lift your vacuum attachment up and over the edge of the gutter so that the open end is resting in the bottom of the gutter.
Place another elbow onto the end of that piece with an end cap.