How To Fix Hole In Gutter

Now it s time to gently place the metal patch on top of the gutter hole.

How to fix hole in gutter.

Apply silicone or special gutter caulking compound along the seams on the inside and outside to seal the leaks as shown above. Scrub the inside of the gutter around the hole using a wire brush dipped in water to remove rust. If the holes are larger than nail holes use tin snips to cut a strip of flashing the same amterial as the gutter wide enough to fill the area. Wearing leather work gloves scrub the area clean with a stiff bristle wire brush.

Simply squeeze into cracks and holes then apply a further coating around the entire gutter joint. Clean around the damaged area with a brush and warm soapy water to remove more stubborn. You can buy gutter caulking compound online. This will provide security against water and make it last a little longer.

Locate the hole then remove all loose debris such as moss leaves and twigs from around the damaged area. Apply plastic roofing cement over small holes. A waterproof sealing product such as ge clear gutter caulk available on amazon is easy to use. Allow the insides of the gutters to dry out and brush leaking seams clean.

After the new gutter patch is completely dry you can cover it with some sealant to finish the repair. First clean all debris from the gutter with a wide putty knife or plastic gutter scoop 4. Just make sure the patch covers the entire hole and some of the space around it. Press it towards the gutter and leave it to dry.

Bend the strip to fit and embed the flashing in the cement. Carefully bring the hose up the ladder with you and move the spray and debris towards the downspout opening. If there s any rust around the hole cut it out with aviation snips. Allow the area around the hole to air dry for a few hours.

Use a putty knife to spread the cement generously around the hole. Patch small holes with roofing cement. This way the cement will easily stick to a big part of the surface of the patch and will attach it better. Once the metal dries rub it with an abrasive pad then wipe away dust and allow to dry completely.

Trim the metal patch slightly smaller than the cemented area and firmly press it down.