Fix The Gutters

If you have to resort to a toothbrush for crevices.

Fix the gutters.

If you re in a rush feel free to clean out your gutter with a power washer or a. If it is large use a piece of galvanized metal flashing. Whether it s a corner or straight joint the repair is pretty much the same. Once you re finished cleaning dry out the gutter with a clean cloth or paper towel.

Rinse out the gutter and dry it off. Gutters are one of those things where routine maintenance and inspecting them can really prevent bigger problems down the road says jason stutzman director of home maintenance and repair for brothers redevelopment in denver. And even seamless gutters aren t immune to drips. While not a permanent fix you can generally get another season or two out of the gutters as long as the damage isn t extensive by applying a silicone or rubber gutter caulk or sealant.

Next remove any oxidation and apply the sealer photos 1 and 2. Keep flushing out the gutter with more clean water until it starts draining the excess water properly. Learning how to fix leaky gutters is an easy inexpensive project you can do yourself. And it s worth the effort.

Clean the area with household spray cleaner a scrub brush and rags to get it as clean as possible. If the hole is small you can use plastic roofing cement. To fix your gutter leak start by scooping out all the crud. The cleaner it is the better your patch will hold over time.

Gutter leaks usually start at rusty spots or seams that have opened up because of expansion and contraction. They have seams where the gutters connect to preformed corners and to downspout outlets. Luckily most common gutter problems are easy for homeowners to fix themselves. Most gutters are held in place with large spikes that pass through tubular sleeves called ferrules.