How To Adjust Gutter Slope

If there s standing water it s not pitched properly.

How to adjust gutter slope. You can unscrew them or use a pry bar to remove the fastener holding the hanger in place lower it the correct amount and refasten. Multiply the number of feet by 1 16 inch to determine the total slope the gutter requires. If your gutters don t slope then you only need to adjust the hangers and lower them slightly where necessary to achieve the correct slope. Drop the gutter to the desired angle sloping it toward the downspout.

Loosen the drip edge with a screwdriver. To get started measure the side of the house directly under the gutter to determine its length in feet. Use a hammer and crowbar to loosen the gutter. Gutters need to be pitched toward the downspouts for the water to flow properly.

To correct this yourself you ll need to measure from the peak to the downspout. You want at least a quarter inch of slope for every 10 feet. This simple act can turn problem gutters into an efficient drainage system.