How To Fix Leaky Rain Gutter

Clean the area around the leak step 2.

How to fix leaky rain gutter.

Caulk leaking gutter seams. There should be no more than a inch drop in the direction of the downspout. Clean the downspout joints and replace the gaskets step 5. Allow the insides of the gutters to dry out and brush leaking seams clean.

In this video this old house general contractor tom silva has a fast fix for a dripping rain gutter. Check the downspout step 4. If clips or brackets hold your gutters check for broken clips and loose or missing screws. Apply silicone and reassemble.

Patches sealants step 1. You can buy gutter caulking compound online. If your gutters are fastened with spikes and some spikes are loose or rusted simply hammering the spike back in isn t. Apply silicone or special gutter caulking compound along the seams on the inside and outside to seal the leaks as shown above.

Apply plastic roofing cement step 3. If the existing aluminum drip edge is pressed tight against the fascia board shim it out with inch thick x inch wide x 8 foot long strips of pressure treated wood.