How To Install Gutter Sections

The home mender dustin luby shows us how to install new gutters with ease.

How to install gutter sections. Seamless gutter you don t need to replace the whole thing. Begin by installing a slip joint splice on each end of an inside corner fitting. Just replace the damaged section. Now you can install the gutters.

Then trim the first section of the gutter to length with tin snips. Install gutters 1 1 1 2 in 2 5. First install the gutter sections into the outlets using the hangers to support the individual sections. Use a plastic slip joint at the end of every 10 foot length connecting the gutter sections for each section with connectors.

That way it won t wall on the ground or cause any damage. Pvc or vinyl gutters are designed to snap together easily but may require the use of gaskets or a sealant to ensure a waterproof connection. When you re splicing gutter sections plan ahead to leave the best looking factory cut end on the outside if possible. Most home centers sell white and brown sections of gutters as well as slip joints to tie them together.

Position the end of the gutter section about 1 inch beyond the roof line and tilt it slightly to match the slope of the chalk line. Helpful 0 not helpful 0. Also remember to wipe down the inside of the gutter joiner. Use the same process to join two sections of gutter except overlap the pieces at least four inches.

Use a square and pencil to mark the gutter length and cut to the line. We ve shown joining a gutter section to a corner. Hang the gutter sections. Hang the gutter sections as close you can when you get to a seam butting the ends together.

To install the first section place the ladder on the roof about midway of where the first section would be installed. When installing metal gutters the process involves overlapping the two pieces and riveting them together. Once the gutters are installed clean the seams using a rag that s dampened with rubbing alcohol. Temporarily tack the center of a long gutter section or have a friend hold it in place while you secure the ends.

Click the links below to see inside dus. This is our first video in our tutorial on metal roofing. It s a good idea to ask someone to help you install the gutters. If your gutters are white or brown adding a section of gutter to an existing section is easy.

Joining gutter sections together is a fairly simple job. Preassemble before installing gutters.