Diy Gutter Hangars

Mistake 3 improperly spacing mounting or hanger system.

Diy gutter hangars.

Thread the unknotted end of the rope through one of the holes in the bottom of the left gutter section and then out the hole in the side. Once the apron s in place fasten it with sheet metal screws. Tie a knot at one end of the 10 foot rope. Without the correct support the rain gutters will sag.

The gutter apron will prevent you from slipping the hangers over the back edge of the gutter as intended. Gutters that are too high can enable runoff water to drip down their back side which in turn can cause deteriorating fascia boards and stains on siding. You might try to slope your gutters correctly but improperly positioned gutter hangers can foil those plans and cause your gutters to sag in the middle. But since we ve covered this edge with flashing just hold them level and drive the screws through the flashing and gutter back into the fascia.

A gutter apron is a bent piece of flashing that tucks up under the shingles and over the gutter. With all the necessary fittings attached to this length of gutter install a hanger bracket every 2 to 3 ft. Repeat threading up through the bottom hole and out through the side hole on the next two left gutter sections. You may have to temporarily remove your hangers as you go or you can notch out the apron around them.

Tip the hooked end of the bracket under the front flange and press the remaining end over the back fo the gutter. All gutters are attached to your house by mounting system or different types of hangers inside outside or strap and the hangers need to be carefully spaced close together 3 feet or less to give the gutter proper support.