How To Install K Type Gutters Yourself

Tap the end cap onto the end of the gutter then secure it with a crimping tool.

How to install k type gutters yourself.

When installing gutters set the proper slope by driving a nail 1 2 in. Gutter sections for gutter run you measured. Start by pushing the female end of a downspout elbow onto the first outlet fitting. For every 10 feet of gutter from this measurement and mark this distance at the low end of the gutter run.

Use needlenosed pliers to slightly crimp the elbow to fit into the downspout as shown. Measure along the house fascia to determine the length of each piece of gutter. Then hold a second elbow against the corner of the house in line with the first elbow. Below the shingles on the high side of the gutter run.

Apply a bead of silicone sealant along the inner edge of an aluminum end cap. 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. To make sure you have this use a chalk line on the house wall to make the top edge of the gutter trough.

If you re using spikes and ferrules to attach the gutter you ll need to know where your roof studs are. Of insertion on one end. The slope should be 1 inch in 40 feet. 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.

Measure the distance between these fittings and cut a short length of downspout to join the allowing for about 1 1 2 in. Screw a downspout elbow to the outlet tube protruding down from the gutter.