Trim the patch so it s 1 in 2 5 cm larger than the hole.
How to make gutter holes.
In each corner of the outline you made of the sleeve drill one hole.
These two lines are fold lines as seen in photo 4.
Make sure the patch is large enough to overlap the hole by at least 1 in 2 5 cm on all sides.
Thread the unknotted end of the rope through one of the holes in the bottom of the left gutter section and then out the hole in the side.
Sweep heavy loads of fallen leaves off your home s roof as these are likely to make their way into the gutters.
This is the thing that connects the gutter and downspout together so it is important that it is placed correctly and securely.
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If the patch isn t already small enough to lay flat against the inside of the gutter and over the hole cut it down to size with your metal snips.
From this line measure 2 inches 51 mm and draw a second line parallel to the first.
Use the mallet to pound out the dents and wrinkles photo 3 then use the ruler and marker to draw a line 1 inch 25 mm from the left edge.
Use tin snips to cut out the rectangle.
Tie a knot at one end of the 10 foot rope.
Repeat threading up through the bottom hole and out through the side hole on the next two left gutter sections.
Screw the guttering lengths to the fence or wall.
On the bottom of the gutter itself take a pencil or marker and trace the outline of a sleeve.
Attach the guttering to the chosen spot.
Step 2 drill four holes.