Use Screws To Connect Gutter

To connect the gutter to the downspout use either an outlet or an end with drop.

Use screws to connect gutter.

I chose to use hidden fasteners that are held to the fascia with screws. We stock zip screws to fasten downspouts and elbows together and long zip screws for fastening gutter hangers to fascia. Apply seamermate to end with drop and joint as instructed. Our installers use a pre loaded hanger with screws to attach the gutter to the home through the fascia board and into the rafter.

For the end with drop connect to the gutter with a seamer or slip joint connector. To hang the gutter you can choose from a variety of fastener types. A more reliable method because screws don t pull out over time. Today s homeowner serves cookies to analyze traffic and better serve you.

If you re installing copper gutters we recommend copper stainless steel or plain stainless steel zip screws. Shop screws in a variety of sizes and materials. You ll also need mastic for sealing the joints downspout bands to fasten to the house and sheet metal screws to connect the downspout sections. Replacing gutter spikes with steel gutter screws provides a more secure alternative and will prevent them from pulling loose or sagging.

If at the end of a run seal with seamermate and an end cap. All hangers are hidden and fasten to the inside of the gutter for a more professional continuous look to your new gutters. Both have a hex head for using with a nut driver. Step 3 grasp the bottom circular edge of the elbow with a pair of needle nose pliers and bend it inward approximately 1 4 inch.

It s pretty easy and cheap to replace old gutter spikes with screws once they separate from the eave of your house.