How To Assemble Galvanized Gutters

Bend the strip to fit and embed the flashing in the cement.

How to assemble galvanized gutters.

Feather the roofing cement out on the surrounding area to flatten any steep edges. Follow all manufacturer s recommended instructions for installation and mounting of the brackets. Then hold a second elbow against the corner of the house in line with the first elbow. Allow for a 1 1 2 in.

Use a hacksaw to cut this length from the uncrimped end of a downspout tube. Measure the distance between these fittings and cut a short length of downspout to join the allowing for about 1 1 2 in. 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. More diy home improvement projects.

Use a water level to make a matching mark at the downspout end. Apply plastic roofing cement over small holes. Assemble gutters by overlapping seams anywhere from 3 to 4 inches or by the extra amount you allowed for during cutting. Most panels come up to 32 feet 9 8 m in length.

When you re assembling them make sure that any factory cut edges are on the outside whenever possible for a neater appearance. Of insertion on one end. Screw an elbow to the downspout outlet. Cut the panels to the desired length.

Allow for a minimum of 18 inches 46 cm if you need to lap to complete the run. Overlap at each end. Then use rivets to join the pieces and caulk to seal the seams. Make a mark with a pencil for the bracket s screw hole.

Start by pushing the female end of a downspout elbow onto the first outlet fitting. The brackets should be nailed or screwed to the trim board as close as possible to chalk line. The gutter will need to have a downward pitch of 1 inch per 16 feet directed toward the downspout.