The rainwater system needs regular checks and good maintenance. More precisely, it must be cleaned often and repaired whenever necessary. Delaying or postponing repairs is not a wise decision; it can lead to very high costs for replacing the whole system and other elements impacted by its failure.
Regarding the cleaning of the rainwater system, it is recommended to take into account the following safety tips:
- Leaves, feathers, twigs, dirt and other impurities must be removed to prevent overloading the gutters with debris and blocking the flow of water. Cleaning gutters is simple, with the help of a brush and can be accompanied by testing their functionality with the help of a water hose. However, do not use a metallic brush, as you risk damaging your gutters (you will scratch them and they will corrode!).
- It is better to perform cleaning work after rain, when the dirt in the gutters is damp; it will be easier to remove.
- Make sure you climb on a sturdy and well-secured ladder!
- In winter, the possibility of gutters and downspouts freezing must be considered, in which case ice deposits must be removed correctly, or, even better, prevented by installing a de-icing system.
- Castle Rock roofing specialists also recommend the installation of gutter guards. They have the role of limiting the risk of clogging gutters or downspouts. Plus, they also prevent you from climbing the roof too often to perform gutter cleaning operations.