How to Properly Perform Gutter Installation

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Gutter installation are essential for protecting the foundation, landscaping, and siding of your home from damage caused by overflowing rainwater. They prevent the water from pooling at the base of your house, which can destabilize it and cause cracks and rot. They also help to direct rainfall away from your house, preventing the erosion of soil that can affect landscaping and damage siding and paint. To make sure your gutters function properly, they must be cleaned regularly. The team at Ensz & Sons Gutters of Huntsville provides professional gutter cleaning services that safeguard your home from damage and maintain optimal water flow.

Begin by assessing the condition of your existing gutters. Look for signs of rot, dents, and rust. If you find any problems, repair them before proceeding with your gutter installation.

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Accurately measure the length of each section of your roofline and add a few inches for overlap. Determine the number of downspout outlets you’ll need, based on your roofline and desired drainage.

Purchase gutter sections, fascia brackets, downspout outlet fittings, and end caps. Purchase the appropriate material for your specific roof line, whether aluminum or steel. If you decide to go with steel, it will be more durable and less susceptible to dents and corrosion.

To fasten the downspout outlet fittings, use short sheet-metal screws or pop rivets. If you opt for pop rivets, bore several 1/8 in. holes through the flange and then slide the rivet through and shear off the stem using a hand tool. Screw or rivet the outlet fitting to the gutter, then add downspout elbows and extensions as needed. Connect the straight sections of gutters with corner angles and seal the joints with a heavy bead of gutter lap sealer.
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