How To Adjust Gutters

You want at least a quarter inch of slope for every 10 feet.

How to adjust gutters.

Get on a ladder after a rainstorm and look in the gutter. This simple act can turn problem gutters into an efficient drainage system. Use a hammer and crowbar to loosen the gutter. Pull the end of the gutter free from the downspout if needed.

Try the water test again to see if the problem is solved. Gutters need to be pitched toward the downspouts for the water to flow properly. Keep in mind that the gutter should fall at least inch every 10 feet beginning with the downspout end remove the gutter hangers two or three at a time and adjust. If you have sagging gutters or they aren t properly sloped check the brackets that attach the gutter to your home.

Snap a chalk line to mark along the top of the gutter. If there s standing water it s not pitched properly. You may need a screwdriver to tighten them which may help get the gutters back into alignment. To correct this yourself you ll need to measure from the peak to the downspout.

To adjust the slope of the gutter wearing gloves pop out the gutter pegs on the side and around the corners. If they are bent out of shape carefully apply pressure to bend them back. You can unscrew them or use a pry bar to remove the fastener holding the hanger in place lower it the correct amount and refasten. Adjusting your gutters to remove your gutters loosen the screws that hold the gutter brackets using a screwdriver until the gutter detaches from the side of the house.