How To Install Vinyal Rain Gutters

You ll also need enough fascia brackets which hold up the gutter to place one every 32 inches along the roof.

How to install vinyal rain gutters.

A gutter connector marries two sections of gutter. Vinyl gutters generally come in 10 foot sections. Combine this measurement with your layout to determine the specific pieces you will need for your job. Start at the end of the gutter away from the downspout location and measure down 1 2 inch or the distance recommended by your gutter manufacturer and make a mark.

Attach the first gutter hanging bracket 4 inches in from the original end of the roof line. Use a crimping tool to tighten the caps into place. Before you mount the gutter you need to seal the end caps with gutter sealant. Use a plastic slip joint at the end of every 10 foot length connecting the gutter sections for each section with connectors.

After cutting the gutter to its proper length secure the end caps with the sealant. Add a bracket every 20 to 24 inches. Attach a gutter connector to the fascia with screws every 10 feet. More diy home improvement projects.

Screw it to the fascia board. First install the gutter sections into the outlets using the hangers to support the individual sections. Hang the gutter sections.