Part of maintaining the exterior of your home means keeping your gutters clean. A lot of homeowners attempt to do this job themselves to save some money. If you do there are a few safety tips you should abide by.
1. Make certain that you use a sturdy ladder. Always set the ladder on level ground. If standing the ladder in a flower bed, be sure all straw or mulch is moved out of the way to allow the ladder is set firmly on the ground.
2. If you are using an extension ladder and have to lean it against the gutters, cut a small 2x4 at least as wide as the ladder and place it inside the gutter. This will give you a firm area to lean the ladder against and reduce the risk of damaging the gutter.
3. While standing on a ladder, don't try to lean out on either side of the ladder. While standing on the ladder keep your hips square to help keep your balance.
4. When climbing the ladder you should not stand on the top 2 steps of the ladder. It is easy to lose your balance when standing on these two steps.
5. If you decide to clean the gutters from the roof, use a safety harness for protection from falling. Never try to lean out over the gutters.
6. Never try to walk on the roof during rainy, icy, or windy conditions.
7. You should wear shoes with non-slip soles like sneakers or work boots while working on a ladder or working from the roof.
8. Always wear heavy duty work gloves to protect your hands from sharp metal corners and screws sticking through metal surfaces.
9. Safety glasses are a good way to keep trash and roof granules from getting in your eyes while cleaning the gutters. This will help protect your eyes from getting scratched or irritated.
10. Don't try to work close to power lines.
Safety is an important part of cleaning your gutters on the your. If you will follow these simple safety tips you can do it carefully. Remember safety first when working around your home.
Hubert Miles is a blogger for many websites and the webmaster of Lake Property and Land. Get more information on Riverfront Land and Lots websites.
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