How Do I Remove Dark Spots From Soffit And Gutters

Even if the gutters are kept free of debris outdoor elements such as rain and dust can still cause stains.

How do i remove dark spots from soffit and gutters.

The gutters aren t filled with any debris as we live in a wide open area. Gutters can become stained with unsightly dark lines which can be difficult to remove. For tough spots like paint drips tar and pencil and pen marks use a nonabrasive bathtub cleaner or nylon scrub pad. Reposition the ladder when necessary to reach all parts of the gutter and fascia.

Set up a ladder at one end of the gutter and fascia where the black streaks are located. Climb up the ladder and spray the black streaks with gutter cleaner. Move down the entire gutter and spray all of the spots with black streaks. When they become full the water may flow from the gutters causing the outside of the gutters to become dirty and stained.

These marks called tiger stripes are caused by a variety of reasons. If you are using a biocide or fungicide to. Is there anything you d suggest to prevent this in the future or is it something that happens when we have downpours. These streaks are caused by oxidation of the pollutants that settle on the top of the gutters.

Latrobe pa via email. Mix a solution of three parts liquid chlorine bleach to one part water per 1 gallon in a bucket. However never mix ammonia and bleach rinse thoroughly while the siding is still wet. After removing all debris from inside the gutters clean the outside of the gutters to remove spots stains and rust.