As needed overlap gutter screen sections by at least 1 2 of an inch.
How to install metal gutter guard.
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Gutters can be installed with virtually all metal roofing systems allowing you to install gutter guards.
Carefully loosen the bottom edges of the first row of shingles.
Depending on the type of gutter guard you choose and the material it s made from you ll need a circular saw a chop saw or metal snips to cut it.
Clip the lip and slide the backside under the gutter.
Starting at one end of the gutter clip the screen lip to the front of the gutter then slide the backside under the shingles.
If you choose one of the simpler designs that fit inside your gutters you won t even need to crack your toolbox.
Zip screw every 24 inches on outer edge of gutter screws not required for every hole in guard.
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Some surface tension covers are secured with brackets which are screwed into.
Mount the guard to the.
Install support brackets if necessary.
Continue down the length of the gutter in the same manner.
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Before choosing gutter guards however there are several things you should consider.
Snap in gutter right side up refer to photo a 1 8 inch from gutter end cap.
Secure the gutters to the fascia brackets using machine screws.
You ll also want to gather all of the tools needed to install the gutter guards.
Use an electric drill to create a 3 16 inch 0 48 cm diameter hole into the front side of the gutter.
Slide the back edge of the guard under the shingles.
Clean and flush existing gutters and downspouts reinforce if necessary.
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