How to Safely Remove Seamless Rain Gutters

Are you looking to replace your roof and gutters? If so, it's important to understand how to safely remove seamless rain gutters. Doing so can help you inspect for water damage or rot and consider repainting the fascia and molding. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to remove seamless rain gutters. First, install a ladder at the height to work safely at the level of gutters and downspouts.

You should stand with your waist at the height of the top step of the ladder and easily reach the rain gutter. Not having a professional inspect the gutters when replacing the roof is like changing the oil and not having a professional inspect the brakes. Next, use a hammer and place the hook on the head of the gutter nail. Then hit it with the other hammer.

When the nail is loose, give it a next decisive blow. It will now normally slide completely without damaging the gutter structure. You'll also need to understand how to remove the gutters properly when you need to replace the gutters separately. A rain gutter is a channel that is part of the roofing system to collect water that leaves the roof and diverts it from the foundations of the building.

Even if you have hired professionals to replace your roof and gutters, it is recommended that you keep an eye out for problems that may arise when removing old roofs and gutters. Finally, move the ladder to one end of the gutter and remove the sheet metal screws that hold the corner of the gutter. This will allow you to safely remove seamless rain gutters.