Repairing Wood Gutter

Installing and making gutter repairs is something you can do yourself and save a lot of money.

Repairing wood gutter.

Paint the exterior because wood gutters that are not sealed can crack and rot easily it is a good idea to paint the outside of your wooden gutter with either high quality paint or a good sealant. Gutters improperly pitched or that allow standing water will rot. Seal cracks in the mitre joints. Step 3 seal cracks.

Any cracks are in need of repair. This will allow you to see if your gutters flow properly. Because of the amount of abuse that gutters take it is necessary to repaint once every other year. If your gutters are fastened with spikes and some spikes are loose or rusted simply hammering the spike back in isn t.

Wash out the wooden gutter with a water hose. There should be no more than a inch drop in the direction of the downspout. The key to longevity of a wood gutter is proper pitch. Increasing the pitch within reason increases drainage and the leaf and debris cleaning ability of the gutter.

The minimum pitch should be1 4 for every 10 feet. Use a water and insect proof varnish to seal in the stain or paint. Look for cracks throughout the gutter. Clean the entire length of the gutter making sure all downspouts are clear.