How To Install K Gutters

You can use brackets while installing k style gutters.

How to install k gutters.

Use an electric drill to create a 3 16 inch 0 48 cm diameter hole into the front side of the gutter. Measure and record the distance from the bottom of the fascia board to this nail. Apply gutter sealant to an end cap then press the cap onto one end of the gutter. Cut the gutter to length using a hacksaw and tin snips.

Apply a bead of silicone sealant along the inner edge of an aluminum end cap. When installing gutters set the proper slope by driving a nail 1 2 in. Secure the gutters to the fascia brackets using machine screws. Slide the splices on as far as they ll go.

Afterward insert a 1 inch 2 5 cm 8 32 stainless steel machine screw through the hole and cap it with a flanged nut to secure the gutter to the bracket. Then trim the first section of the gutter to length with tin snips. The gutter fits into the brackets which snap in place over the trough. Secure the end cap to the gutter with a crimping tool.

Snap a chalk line across the fascia creating the proper pitch toward the downspout end. Things you ll need extension ladder that reaches at least 3 feet 0 9 m above the edge of your roof tape measure chalk line powered screwdriver or cordless drill 1 25 inch deck screws hacksaw or reciprocating saw vinyl gutter kit or the following items. Use a square and pencil to mark the gutter length and cut to the line. Tap the end cap onto the end of the gutter then secure it with a crimping tool.

Below the shingles on the high side of the gutter run. Don t screw the hangers all the way home until you ve tested the drop on the gutter slope. Gutter sections for gutter run you measured. Measure along the house fascia to determine the length of each piece of gutter.

Installing gutters in 18 steps. Measure the fascia to determine the length of the gutter.