What’s In My Toolbox: Go-To Gear for Unclogging Gutters

Hands down, these are the tools you should reach for when it’s time to clear the gutters.
A collection of tool recommendations for gutter cleaning.
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Homeowner, DIYer, and BobVila.com staff writer Mark Wolfe knows a thing or two about cleaning gutters. If you have large trees on your property like he does, you should unclog your rain gutters at least once a year, particularly after the leaves have fallen. 

Many of the tools Mark uses for this task are things you probably already have on hand. But do you have a dedicated gutter scoop? Watch the video to learn why Mark thinks this $4 tool is a must—then buy one (or the whole collection of Mark’s recommendations) using the links below. 

What We Use for Gutter Cleaning | What's In My Toolbox

Ladder

Gorilla Ladders 22-ft. Aluminum Multi-Position Ladder

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Hand Shovel

Amerimax Home Products Gutter Getter Scoop

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Leaf Blower

Husqvarna 2-Cycle Gas Backpack Leaf Blower

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Jenny Stanley

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Jenny Stanley is a DIYer and the executive editor for the Service & News team at BobVila.com. She has published content that speaks to her passion for home improvement during her entire career. Her areas of focus include any home or garden topic that fellow DIYers may type into a search bar, as well as trends and news that she knows the Bob Vila audience will enjoy reading about.


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