How To Adjust Gutters

You may need a screwdriver to tighten them which may help get the gutters back into alignment.

How to adjust gutters.

Keep in mind that the gutter should fall at least inch every 10 feet beginning with the downspout end remove the gutter hangers two or three at a time and adjust. Gutters need to be pitched toward the downspouts for the water to flow properly. If you have sagging gutters or they aren t properly sloped check the brackets that attach the gutter to your home. If there s standing water it s not pitched properly.

Snap a chalk line to mark along the top of the gutter. If your gutters don t slope then you only need to adjust the hangers and lower them slightly where necessary to achieve the correct slope. Pull the end of the gutter free from the downspout if needed. Get on a ladder after a rainstorm and look in the gutter.

To correct this yourself you ll need to measure from the peak to the downspout. You want at least a quarter inch of slope for every 10 feet. You can unscrew them or use a pry bar to remove the fastener holding the hanger in place lower it the correct amount and refasten. Try the water test again to see if the problem is solved.

If they are bent out of shape carefully apply pressure to bend them back. Loosen the drip edge with a screwdriver. To adjust the slope of the gutter wearing gloves pop out the gutter pegs on the side and around the corners. Use a hammer and crowbar to loosen the gutter.