How To Replace A Gutter Section

Use a screwdriver or hammer to disconnect the brackets or other mounting hardware.

How to replace a gutter section.

Loosen downspout wall straps and pull the downspout away from the house. If the damaged area is more than 2 ft. Position the new corner and drill holes for the pop blind rivets. When drilling try to use the same holes from the old gutter corner.

Use a 4x4 block of wood and place it inside the good section of gutter as you cut the bad section out with a hacksaw. Apply plastic roofing cement over small holes. When you buy your new gutter section make sure you order either an inside or outside box miter at the same time. This will allow for some overlap.

Feather the roofing cement out on the surrounding area to flatten any steep edges. 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. 2 cut out damaged section. Hardware that holds gutters against the roof varies in design but all attachment systems are quite straightforward.

Remove gutter hangers in and near the damaged area. With a caulk gun apply roofing cement to the existing gutters and position the replacement section so that it overlaps about an inch on either side. Section from the box miter with a tin snips and you ve got yourself a custom slip joint. Drill holes in the overlapping gutter sections to match the rivets you will be using.

Bend the strip to fit and embed the flashing in the cement. This will keep your gutter in. Insert wood spacers in the gutter near each hanger before prying. Measure the section of gutter you removed and add about 2 inches.

Disconnect the downspout from the elbow below the gutter drop outlet. As shown remove the retainers and connectors.