How To Install Foam Gutter Guards

Then pinch the clipping mechanism over the gutter s lip to snap the guard into place.

How to install foam gutter guards.

Use a utility knife to cut the foam to size and to cut slits in the foam to wrap around gutter spikes. Cut a section to fit a length of gutter and then wedge the screen against the inside of the front of the gutter and the back of the gutter. Starting at one end of the gutter clip the screen lip to the front of the gutter then slide the backside under the shingles. The exact process varies by product so check your installation guide.

In general align the outer edge of the guard section with the rim of the gutter. Foam gutter guards come in long pieces of dense triangular or thinner arch shaped foam designed to fit inside gutters. Remember always be careful when you lay the gutter guard. You may be surprised to find out that a foam gutter guard can attract roof oil.

By changing the pitch of the gutter you will change the way in which the water flows throughout your gutters and ultimately away from the home. Clip the lip and slide the backside under the gutter. A professional diy gutter guard made from stainless steel micro mesh and will keep leaves pine needles and even tiny roof sand grit out of your gutter. As needed overlap gutter screen sections by at least 1 2 of an inch.

Plastic screens come in rolls. Clip the front of the section onto the gutter s lip. You simply insert the pre cut pieces inside the gutters. Foam is easier to install.

The foam allows water to pass through it into the gutter while blocking leaves flowers twigs and other debris from entering the gutter system. Try not to change the pitch of the gutter system when you are installing the gutter guards. Continue down the length of the gutter in the same manner.