Fixing Gutters Myself

To fix your gutter leak start by scooping out all the crud.

Fixing gutters myself.

Apply plastic roofing cement over small holes. Separate the gutter section from the seal by squeezing the sides of the gutter. If the seal is worn it can be replaced very easily remembering to press new seals as firmly as you can. Bend the strip to fit and embed the flashing in the cement.

Years ago spikes and ferrules were a common method for hanging gutters. They do the job all right but eventually the spikes work themselves loose. Simply squeeze into cracks and holes then apply a further coating around the entire gutter joint. 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.

Clean the area with household spray cleaner a scrub brush and rags to get it as clean as possible. The cleaner it is the better your patch will hold over time. One way to make sure your gutter doesn t fall off the house is to install fascia hanger brackets. Look for a 7 8 in 18 20 cm gutter spike or screw that has at least 2 inches 5 1 cm of threading on the end.

Remove all dirt and debris from around the seal. Often aluminum guttering will start to leak from. You can tack the gutter temporarily in a lower position with some nails if you like. A waterproof sealing product such as ge clear gutter caulk available on amazon is easy to use.

Snap a chalk line from the first and highest mark to the mark by the downspout end. Feather the roofing cement out on the surrounding area to flatten any steep edges. Pounding them back in is a temporary fix at best. This video takes a look at how to repair aluminium guttering to a good standard that should last many years.

Repairing your existing box gutters can save you a lot of time and a great deal of money over the expense of replacing your gutters. If you have to resort to a toothbrush for crevices. Detach the downspout connection if it s in your way. Loosen the screws holding the gutter brackets and release the gutter from the building.