If the eave overhang is 12 inches deep multiply the roof line measurement determined in step 1 by 4.
How to put up roof gutters.
Use needlenosed pliers to slightly crimp the elbow to fit into the downspout as shown.
Measure the length of the roof that you re working on.
Mount the gutter so that the edge without the downspout is slightly higher than the end with the sleeve.
Hold another elbow against the house and cut a piece of downspout to fit between the two elbows.
If the eave is between 12 and 24 inches deep multiply the roof line measurement by 5 3.
They re fitted to the gutter hanger and then they are attached directly to the roof.
Steel is stronger and.
Secure the downspout outlet to the gutter with four pop rivets or screws.
Gutter components are made by several manufacturers and are available through lumberyards.
A gutter cover or gutter heating system might be just what you need for your metal roof.
Getting started part.
Head to a home improvement store for.
Attach the gutter strip to the fascia or roof edge with nails and gutter straps.
It s much easier to join sections on the ground than to work from the top of a ladder.
These straps act as a sling for your gutter.
Project step by step 20 cutting the gutter.
A home without fascia needs to have gutters attached by roof straps.
If you don t want to remember to clean your gutters or you don t find balancing on a ladder to be a safe fun way to spend your weekend you can install a gutter cover.
Screw a downspout elbow to the outlet tube protruding down from the gutter.
Purchase at least the total length of gutter along with additional materials.
If you have a choice between steel and aluminum systems which is best.
Cut a two inch long notch in the front lip of the gutter with tin snips to join a rain gutter section.
Measuring the roof and purchasing materials 1.
Sometimes the roof needs repair in addition to the gutters but you aren t able to complete both projects at the same time.
Snap the sections together.
How to install gutters step 1.