Measure a 6 foot length parallel to the downspout from the corner of the structure upward with a measuring tape.
How to fasten gutter downspout to wall.
How to secure gutters to a brick wall.
If your gutters run longer than 40ft it will be beneficial to slope the gutter in each direction from the middle of the gutter.
Have a friend hold the ladder s base for added safety.
Sloping your gutters and mounting downspouts.
A good rule of thumb is to slope your gutters about 1 inch for every 10ft of horizontal run.
Slip a 90 degree elbow into the gutter s downspout outlet with the crimped end pointing down.
First take a piece of scrap downspout material and slice it open.
Place a second 90 degree elbow against the brick wall in the location you wish the straight portion of.
All gutters need to be sloped downward directing water towards the downspouts to ensure that any water runs down to the ground and doesn t sit and pool in your gutters.
Pull it apart and slip it around the downspout to hold it in place against the wall.
Before securing the screw into the hole you need to complete two basic tasks.
Use a string and 1x2 stakes to lay out the trench.
Pound in two stakes 4 feet from the house and directly in front of each downspout.
Repeat step 1 to measure.
Access the wall above the marked area with a ladder.
Place other stakes spaced 8 feet apart in between.
How to attach gutter downspouts to the wall 1.
Using the clamp place it to secure the downspout.
Second place a little silicone in the hole to help secure the screws in place.
Use a fine pointed marker to mark the location of the holes for the clamp.