How To Install A Gutter On A House

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How to install a gutter on a house.

Screw a downspout elbow to the outlet tube protruding down from the gutter. For every 10 feet of gutter from this measurement and mark this distance at the low end of the gutter run. Learn more about the machine in the video here. Secure the end cap to the gutter with a.

With the cordless drill and gutter hanging screws attach the drainpipe side section of gutter to the house following the chalk slope line. Then hold a second elbow against the corner of the house in line with the first elbow. Measure the fascia to determine the length of the gutter. Measure and record the distance from the bottom of the fascia board to this nail.

Hold another elbow against the house and cut a piece of downspout to fit between the two elbows. Secure the downspout outlet to the gutter with four pop rivets or screws. Use needlenosed pliers to slightly crimp the elbow to fit into the downspout as shown. Mount the second section of gutter as with the first lower section of gutter follow the slope line for the adjoining higher section of gutter.

When installing gutters set the proper slope by driving a nail 1 2 in. Of insertion on one end. Below the shingles on the high side of the gutter run. Measure the distance between these fittings and cut a short length of downspout to join the allowing for about 1 1 2 in.

Apply gutter sealant to an end cap then press the cap onto one end of the gutter.