Step 2 drill four holes.
Cutting a gutter downspout.
How to cut a downspout into a gutter.
Step 1 find the right location.
Step 4 secure the sleeve to the gutter.
Hook the tape measure.
Once you have marked the correct length on the downspout lay it down on a flat surface that has the proper clearance for cutting.
Starting the cut making straight cuts tool use.
Gutters over flows add downspout to bring water down from roof faster.
Away from the cutting area to prevent injury.
The first thing you should do is decide where the best place to reconfigure one of your downspouts into a gutter.
Wear protective glasses and gloves and keep all loose jewelry hair etc.
Place your tape measure at the flat of the main.
Or if you have a jigsaw with a metal cutting blade handy you can get a perfectly clean cut with the jigsaw.
Step 3 file the edges and apply sealant.
Transfer your measurement to the downspout and make a mark on both sides with your pencil.
Its easy less than 30 minutes and under 30 00 in parts.
Opt for a workbench and clamps for extra stability.
When using a jigsaw as with any saw follow all proper safety precautions.
How to cut a downspout step 1.
Measure from the bottom of the main gutter to the ground.