12" Gutter Cleaning Attachment for Pressure Washers

Climbing a ladder to clean gutters is slow, dangerous, and the reason half of pressure washing contractors avoid offering the service. This 12-inch gutter cleaning attachment connects to your existing pressure washer wand and lets you blast leaves, grit, shingle sand, and debris out of gutters while standing safely on the ground. Hook it onto your lance, angle it over the gutter lip, and walk the length of the house. The high-pressure water does the work that used to require a ladder, a bucket, and an uncomfortable amount of time leaning over a roofline.

Adding gutter cleaning to your service list is one of the easiest ways to increase the ticket on every residential job. Most homeowners who hire you for a house wash or driveway cleaning will say yes to gutter cleaning as an add-on because they hate doing it themselves. A $20 attachment pays for itself on the first job.

How This Attachment Works

The gutter cleaner is a curved, hook-shaped nozzle assembly that attaches to the end of your pressure washer wand or telescoping lance using a standard quick connect fitting. The curved shape lets you direct the water stream down into the gutter trough from above, even though you are standing at ground level. The angle of the hook is designed to reach over the gutter lip and flush debris toward the downspout.

You work by walking along the foundation of the house with the attachment angled into the gutter above you. Start at the end farthest from the downspout and work toward it, pushing debris in the direction of natural drainage. For two-story homes, pair this attachment with a telescoping wand to reach second-floor gutters without repositioning a ladder.

Product Specifications

• Length: 12 inches
• Connection: Quick connect socket and plug included for universal wand compatibility
• Material: Durable metal construction built for repeated commercial use
• Pressure Rating: Compatible with standard commercial pressure washers
• Weight: Lightweight, does not significantly increase wand fatigue
• Compatibility: Fits any pressure washer wand or telescoping pole with standard QC fittings

Why Every Pressure Washing Contractor Should Own One

Gutter cleaning is high-margin work that requires almost no additional chemical, no surface cleaner, and no setup time. You are already on site with a running pressure washer. Connecting this attachment takes five seconds. Walking a single-story home takes 10 to 15 minutes. Charging $75 to $150 for the add-on is common in most markets, and the homeowner is happy because they did not have to hire a separate gutter company or do it themselves.

The alternative without this tool is climbing up and down a ladder, scooping debris by hand, and then flushing with a garden hose. That takes three times as long, carries real fall risk, and leaves you with a truck full of wet gutter muck. The pressure washer approach blasts everything out in a fraction of the time and leaves the gutter clean enough to visually inspect from the ground.

Tips for Better Gutter Cleaning Results

Always work toward the downspout. Push debris in the direction of natural water flow. If you work against the drainage path, you will pack debris into the downspout opening and create a clog that is harder to clear than the original problem.

Use moderate pressure. You do not need maximum PSI to flush leaves and sand out of a gutter. High pressure on thin aluminum gutters can dent or deform the trough. A 25-degree or 40-degree nozzle tip at 1,500 to 2,500 PSI is usually enough to move debris without damaging the gutter.

Check downspouts after cleaning. If water backs up instead of draining, the downspout is partially clogged. A quick burst of pressure down the opening will usually clear it. For severe clogs, remove the downspout elbow at the bottom and flush from the top.

Pair with a telescoping wand for two-story homes. A 12-foot or 18-foot telescoping lance gets this attachment up to second-floor gutters without a ladder. The wand belt accessory takes the weight off your arms and makes extended overhead work manageable.

Upsell gutter brightening. Once the gutters are cleaned inside, offer to clean the exterior gutter face as well. The black tiger stripes that form on the outside of white gutters are a common homeowner complaint. A house wash chemical and a soft brush or low-pressure rinse can make gutters look new.

Pair It with These Products

• Anti-Fatigue Telescoping Wand Belt – Takes the weight of an extended wand off your arms and puts it on your hips. Essential for overhead gutter work.
• 18' Fiberglass Telescoping Wand – Reach second-story gutters from the ground.
• 24' Fiberglass Telescoping Wand – Reach third-story gutters on commercial buildings.
• Browse All Guns and Wands – Spray guns, wands, lances, and specialty attachments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this work with any pressure washer?

Yes. The attachment connects via standard quick connect fittings that are universal across pressure washer brands and models. It works with both residential and commercial machines.

Can I use this on a two-story house?

By itself, the 12-inch attachment works from the ground on single-story gutters. For two-story homes, pair it with a telescoping wand that extends your reach to the necessary height. An 18-foot telescoping wand will reach most two-story gutters.

Will this damage aluminum gutters?

Not if you use appropriate pressure. Keep your PSI moderate and use a wider fan nozzle (25 or 40 degree) rather than a zero-degree tip. The goal is to flush debris, not blast through the gutter material.

How long does it take to clean gutters on a typical house?

A single-story home with 150 to 200 linear feet of gutter usually takes 10 to 20 minutes once you are set up. Two-story homes take longer due to the telescoping wand operation and additional repositioning.

What about gutter guards?

Homes with gutter guards still accumulate debris on top of the guards and in the small openings. This attachment can help flush debris off the top surface of guards, though heavily clogged guards may need manual removal and cleaning.

In stock and ships same day from Sun Brite Supply in Gaithersburg, Maryland. We carry the pressure washing parts and accessories contractors need to add services and increase revenue on every job.