[michael papworth]

Hi Guys,

I've been asked to do my first conservatory.  It's a lean-to type so it hasn't got those nasty flimsy fiddly bits on the top.

The roof is of polycarbonate sheet and looks very straightforward with the wfp. My problem is the gutters. How do I clean the gutters and the fascia behind the gutters?

Is it up close and personal with microfibres by hand (so I can get to all the nooks and crannies) or can I take the guttering off and clean it with the wfp in sections?

[chrismroberts]

I did one of these, used the WFP for the top and did the little nooks and crannys with soap and a sill cloth. Other guys might be different, but I wouldnt try and take the guttering apart..... just in case it doesnt go back together again!  Just charge well for it and take your time 

[mark dew]

For gutters i just turn the brush upside down. For the fascia behind i've found the splay on a vikan brush and a higher flow rate is sufficient.
I would also avoid taking the gutters off.

[michael papworth]

Thanks for that, sheepmeister. That was my first thought when looking at the job.

It means working off step ladders, doesn't it?

Mark. I've tried cleaning my own gutters with the wfp and fond that there ar bits that I just cannot reach with the brush. They're the bits where the guttering is only an inch or two away from the fascia and close to the supports.

[mark dew]

Mark. I've tried cleaning my own gutters with the wfp and fond that there ar bits that I just cannot reach with the brush. They're the bits where the guttering is only an inch or two away from the fascia and close to the supports.

Sounds like a hand job then. 

[chrismroberts]

It means working off step ladders, doesn't it?

Probably, but not necessarily.... I put my ladders up against the gutters and clean from there. As long as they're on solid ground or well footed and you don't go too far past the centre of gravity then they shouldn't slip. Just be careful and you'll be OK    Might be a good idea to wrap something round the part of the ladder that is in contact with the gutter though, as this will protect the guttering - especially if its white uPvc.

Mark. I've tried cleaning my own gutters with the wfp and fond that there ar bits that I just cannot reach with the brush. They're the bits where the guttering is only an inch or two away from the fascia and close to the supports.

Sounds like a hand job then. 

Aye..... well I always say, you can't beat a hand job......   

[michael papworth]

Yes, I've found that the little microfibre cloths from Tesco are perfect for hand jobs. They are really cheap: 89p for three. And at 12", they are the perfect size for it!!!!

Now, let's get back on topic, shall we?

[windowwashers]

For gutters i just turn the brush upside down. For the fascia behind i've found the splay on a vikan brush and a higher flow rate is sufficient.
I would also avoid taking the gutters off.

I do this aswell, and as mark said I would avoid taking off the guttering as if a seal in there is perished you are asking for hassle

Ian

[oasisdweeb]

i took all guttering of 2 clean 1 and it came up great.then i had 2 put it back 2gether again.wat a mess.wished me mam had bought me some leggo when i was a kid.took me ages.