05/28/2026
WHY RISK A FALL?? Accidents happen regardless of how careful we try to be.
📊 Some Recent Statistics:
💧 Total Ladder-Related Injuries Annually: “Around 500,000 people in the U.S. are treated every year for ladder-related injuries. Many of these occur in non-occupational settings (i.e., at home or during home maintenance) though exact breakdowns vary.” – American Ladder Institute
💧 Fatalities: “Approximately 300 deaths per year are attributed to ladder falls. Of these, some portion happens in the home setting, but sources typically aggregate workplace and non-workplace deaths.” – CDC
💧 The more you have to clean your old gutters, the risk of an accident only increases.
⚠️ Dangers you face when cleaning your gutters:
💧 Falls from ladders are one of the leading causes of home‐repair injuries. Even a short fall can mean broken bones, head injuries, or worse.
💧 Electrical Risks: Power lines often run close to the roofline. A metal ladder or a wet gutter scoop touching a live wire can cause electrocution.
💧 Potential for Property Damage: Leaning a ladder against the gutters can bend or loosen them. Dropping tools or debris can damage siding, windows, or landscaping.
💧 Hidden Structural Issues: Gutters may have loose fasteners, rotted fascia boards, or wasp nests. Without training, you might miss these problems—or make them worse.
💧 Time and Cost: Buying safety gear, stabilizers, and specialty tools can add up. Doing it yourself can take at least an hour to a few hours up to a few times per month. A professional crew usually finishes in a fraction of the time but the cost of professional cleaning as often as needed will add up.
🏥 Listen to Professor Pine when he says "stop cleaning your gutters, instead install Ever Clean Clog-Free Gutter System"! READ: https://evercleangutter.com/how-does-ever-clean-gutters-self-cleaning-technology-work/
