Cleaning the gutter hole.
Repair hole in gutter.
How to cover a gutter hole method 1 of 3.
One downspout one drop outlet three elbows and two wall clips will cost about 40 at a home center.
Using a self adhesive patch.
Clean the downspout joints and replace the gaskets step 5.
Carefully set up and climb.
Often aluminum guttering will start to leak from.
Occasionally you ll find a hole that someone drilled through a gutter in an attempt to drain standing water.
Choose a self adhesive patch for pvc gutters or small holes.
Patches sealants step 1.
You can use the same process for repairing holes in both steel and aluminum gutters.
Since most gutter holes are caused either by rust or by something hitting the gutter during a storm the holes are.
Apply plastic roofing cement step 3.
Set a ladder against the wall so it affords access to the damaged section of guttering.
Ensure that the ladder base.
Remove all debris from the gutter with gloved hands.
Once the hole is clean and dry spread roofing cement 1 around the edges of the hole and apply a patch of appropriately sized metal flashing.
If your gutters are fastened with spikes and some spikes are loose or rusted simply hammering the spike back in isn t.
Make sure to seal the drop outlet to the gutter with seam sealer.
This specific gutter cleaning process is completed by brushing around the hole using the wire brush.
Clean the area around the leak step 2.
How to repair a hole in a gutter with aluminum cans 1.
There should be no more than a inch drop in the direction of the downspout.
Locate the hole then remove all loose debris such as moss leaves and twigs from around the damaged area.
If clips or brackets hold your gutters check for broken clips and loose or missing screws.
This video takes a look at how to repair aluminium guttering to a good standard that should last many years.
Apply silicone and reassemble.
After the patch is situated cover it completely with another coat of roofing cement.
Check the downspout step 4.