Gutter Section Replacement

Use a pop blind rivet tool to install new color matching rivets.

Gutter section replacement.

When drilling try to use the same holes from the old gutter corner. Just replace the damaged section. If your gutters are white or brown adding a section of gutter to an existing section is easy. Remove any retainers and or connectors from the section of gutter that needs replacing.

Check the downspout step 4. Clean the downspout joints and replace the gaskets step 5. Apply silicone and reassemble. If a tree branch falls on the last 4 ft.

Position the new corner and drill holes for the pop blind rivets. Seamless gutter you don t need to replace the whole thing. If your home center or hardware store doesn t sell pre bent flashing ask an aluminum siding contractor or local sheet metal fabricator to bend some for you. Most home centers sell white and brown sections of gutters as well as slip joints to tie them together.

Clean the area around the leak step 2. Apply plastic roofing cement step 3. Place a 4 x 4 block of wood inside the good section of gutter next to the section you will be removing. Then apply a sealant to the joints sparingly so water doesn t become trapped.