Orbit 58543 Telescoping Gutter Cleaning Wand, Silver

Product Information

The brush and water pressure are normally strong enough to clean properly. They’re soft enough to clean the sidings and windows on the outside. On quality matters, this tool has a nylon brush and pole, which are durable enough to remove all debris on your gutters and, afterward, easy to clean. Also, the gutter brush is easy to hang during storage. When testing the Orbit, I found it to be the simplest gutter-cleaning tool. Cleaning the gutters on my Cape-style home required simply extending the pole and hooking up a garden hose. Adjusting the head and nozzle were both very easy, and the shut-off valve does a good job of controlling the pressure. My only concerns were that it’s not useful for higher gutters and that its effectiveness will rely on the home’s water pressure.

Gutter cleaning is a potentially dangerous project, as there’s an increased risk of injury anytime you climb a ladder. Manufacturers offer different gutter cleaners designed to lessen the risk. Below are the most common and reliable types of products for cleaning your gutters. While the kit says it can handle up to 4,000 psi, I believe it would become difficult to control and might eventually fail with that much pressure. I found 1,700 psi to be more than enough. The downside is that it requires a pressure washer, and the bearings can make keeping it aligned a bit of a challenge (it tends to twist if you touch the gutter). However, it’s lightweight compared to some other pressure-washer attachments, which could make it worth considering for folks with light-duty pressure washers and limited strength. Bob Vila has been America’s Handyman since 1979. As the host of beloved and groundbreaking TV series, including This Old House and Bob Vila’s Home Again, he popularized and became synonymous with “do it yourself” home improvement.

Technical Specifications

This tool has proved to be the best gutter-cleaning tool that easily removes leaves and debris from the ground. Instead of tiring yourself with climbing a ladder that can easily cause unexpected injuries, you can use this tool because it’s safe and efficient. If you’re looking to protect your gutters, Ladder’s Little Helper is the tool you need. This tool makes sure that you carefully protect yourself while cleaning your gutters. Prepare the materials before starting the process. Ensuring you have materials close to your reach only protects you from harm. For example, have your hose or sealant where you can easily reach them to get the job done Certain types of products won’t work without additional necessary equipment. For instance, pressure washer kits require a pressure washer. To blow leaves out of a gutter with a wet/dry vac kit, unsurprisingly, a wet/dry vac is necessary.

This kit from Craftsman was one of my favorite surprises in testing. I hooked it up to a 5.5-horsepower wet/dry vac’s exhaust and found that it was incredibly effective at blowing leaves and debris out of the gutter, especially with the restrictive nozzle that comes in the kit. It was a little clumsy to use, and it might not be suitable for use on a ladder (not with a powerful vacuum, at least), but it was very easy to set up. It also felt like it could serve other purposes, such as vacuuming in vents or other nooks where a standard vacuum won’t reach.The jOYjOB Pressure Washer Extension Wand is easy to use when cleaning gutters. It’s a pressure washer extension wand made of aluminum for cleaning your gutters. With the aluminum construction, the water pressure is exceptional and prevents leaks. Water in clogged gutters can overflow into your driveway and, when not taken care of, can cause damage. Also, the pool of water on your driveway can cause mold, and in winter, the water can ice up, causing dangerous slides and falls. Bugs, Pests, and Insects A 2-½ inch width allows larger particles of debris to collect. This also ensures maximum airflow, that’s ideal for gutter cleaning. Ladder’s little helper ensures your ladder doesn’t move sideways. This helps to provide and maintain a safe working environment for yourself and others.