How To Adjust Gutter Slope

You want at least a quarter inch of slope for every 10 feet.

How to adjust gutter slope. Use a block of wood to avoid damaging the. Drop the gutter to the desired angle sloping it toward the downspout. For example if the gutter is 16 feet long the end near the down spout must be 1 inch lower than the starting end. Multiply the number of feet by 1 16 inch to determine the total slope the gutter requires.

Gutters need to be pitched toward the downspouts for the water to flow properly. If there s standing water it s not pitched properly. To correct this yourself you ll need to measure from the peak to the downspout. This simple act can turn problem gutters into an efficient drainage system.

To get started measure the side of the house directly under the gutter to determine its length in feet. 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. 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.