Wear safety gear. This includes a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, and long pants. Be careful on ladders. If you are cleaning gutters from a ladder, make sure it is stable and that you have a spotter to help you. Clean the gutters from the bottom up. This will help to prevent debris from falling back into the gutters. Check for leaks. If you find any leaks, repair them immediately. Clean the downspouts. The downspouts are just as important as the gutters, so be sure to clean them out as well. Use the right tools. A gutter scoop is a good tool for removing large debris, and a garden hose can be used to flush out the gutters.