The reality

Many “gutter problems” are actually:

buried drain tie-ins
clogged elbows
collapsed lines

What we do on a standard gutter job

verify discharge at the outlet
document restrictions

What we do next (separate service)

recommend jetting/camera when indicated

Communication script

“Your gutters are clean, but we’re not getting flow out of this downspout. We’ll document what we found and recommend the next step.”

Proof

outlet photo/video
notes logged
Proof Pack link

SOP

Gutters v2: 04_sops/gutters/gutter-cleaning-sop-v2.md

Do this next (assignment)

Run this lesson on a real job or a mock walkaround.
Capture a Proof Pack for the scenario.
Do the Final Walk.

References (SOPs + checklists)

Proof Pack SOP: 04_sops/proof-pack/proof-pack-sop-v1.md
Final Walk checklist: 04_sops/universal/final-walk-checklist-v1.md

Printables

Operator Checklist Pack (truck copy): 03_curriculum/printables/operator-checklist-pack-v1.md

Field Guide & Interactive Calculator (tbsoftwash.com)

⚡ Interactive Gutter Brightening & Downspout Hydro-Jetting Guides:

How to Remove Black Tiger Stripes on Gutters: Electrostatic Oxidation Guide →

Professional Gutter Cleaning Tools Guide →

Clogged Pool Deck & Downspout French Drain Hydro-Jetting Guide →

Gear Box (Amazon)

Gutter Cleaning, Electrostatic Brightening & Downspout Flush Kit

Extension Ladder Standoff Stabilizer — rests on the roof/wall instead of crushing soft aluminum K-style gutters.
Heavy-Duty Metal Ladder Bucket Hooks (4-Pack) — hands-free debris bucket hanging on ladder rungs.
FANHAO 100% Metal High-Flow Garden Hose Nozzle + CRAFTSMAN Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum.
Gutter Getter Scoop + 5-Gallon Heavy-Duty Buckets (3-Pack) — fast, clean debris extraction without scratching aluminum troughs.
LA's Totally Awesome Concentrated Degreaser (1 Gal) — electrostatic tiger-stripe oxidation remover (dilute and never let dry).
Ettore 59090 Wrap-Around Flow Brush + Ettore 43012 Extension Pole — ground-level gutter face agitation.
General Pump RB35 Low-Pressure Wash Down Gun + Flexzilla 5/8" x 100ft Supply Hose — flushing troughs and testing downspout flow.
WEST BAY 100ft 5800 PSI Drain Jetter Kit — clearing underground downspout tile blockages.

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🛡️ Module 6 Safety Gate — Gutter Cleaning vs. Electrostatic Brightening

Safety Gate Check

Pass this quick operator knowledge check (80%+) to verify SOP mastery and unlock your track certification.

1. Why don't black 'tiger stripes' on the outside of aluminum gutters come off during a standard SH house wash?

Select an answer for all 1 questions, then click Verify Answers.

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