How To Replace A Gutter Section

Feather the roofing cement out on the surrounding area to flatten any steep edges.

How to replace a gutter section. As shown remove the retainers and connectors. This will keep your gutter in. 2 cut out damaged section. Use a screwdriver or hammer to disconnect the brackets or other mounting hardware.

Hardware that holds gutters against the roof varies in design but all attachment systems are quite straightforward. Measure the section of gutter you removed and add about 2 inches. After removing the old corner clear away the old sealant with the 121 high speed cutter. If the holes are larger than nail holes use tin snips to cut a strip of flashing the same amterial as the gutter wide enough to fill the area.

Bend the strip to fit and embed the flashing in the cement. With a caulk gun apply roofing cement to the existing gutters and position the replacement section so that it overlaps about an inch on either side. Hang the new gutter next to the old one and then slide the patch under the seam. Loosen downspout wall straps and pull the downspout away from the house.

Insert wood spacers in the gutter near each hanger before prying. Apply plastic roofing cement over small holes. If the damaged area is more than 2 ft. When you buy your new gutter section make sure you order either an inside or outside box miter at the same time.

Position the new corner and drill holes for the pop blind rivets. Drill holes in the overlapping gutter sections to match the rivets you will be using. When drilling try to use the same holes from the old gutter corner. Long replace the entire section with new material.

This will allow for some overlap. Disconnect the downspout from the elbow below the gutter drop outlet.