Gutter Installation

Plan and Measure

Assess Your Roofline: Measure the length of your roof edges to determine the amount of guttering needed.
Determine Downspout Placement: Plan for downspouts approximately every 30 to 40 feet to ensure efficient water drainage.
Calculate Slope: For proper water flow, gutters should slope about ¼ inch for every 10 feet towards the downspouts.

Mark the Layout

Snap Chalk Lines: Mark the high and low points of the gutter run on the fascia board, maintaining the calculated slope. Snap a chalk line between these points to guide installation.

Install Gutter Hangers

Locate Rafters: Identify rafter tails behind the fascia, typically spaced 16 inches apart.
Attach Hangers: Secure gutter hangers to the fascia board at intervals of 24 to 36 inches, aligning them with the chalk line.

Cut and Assemble Gutters

Cut Sections: Using a hacksaw or tin snips, cut gutter sections to the required lengths.
Join Sections: For longer runs, overlap gutter sections by about 8 inches and secure them with rivets or screws.
Attach End Caps: Seal the ends of the gutters with end caps, using a silicone-based sealant to prevent leaks.

Install Gutters

Mount Gutters: Place the assembled gutter sections into the hangers, ensuring they follow the slope indicated by the chalk line.
Secure Gutters: Fasten the gutters to the hangers with screws, checking for level and proper alignment.

Install Downspouts

Cut Outlet Holes: At the designated downspout locations, cut holes in the gutter bottom using a hole saw or tin snips.
Attach Outlets: Secure downspout outlets to the gutter with screws and sealant.
Assemble Downspouts: Connect downspout sections and elbows, directing water away from the foundation.
Secure Downspouts: Attach downspouts to the wall with brackets or straps every 4 feet