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| A typical place for leaks to occur in the gutter system is
at the downspout joints. Over time, gravity can work on
downspouts to open joints up, or they occasionally get
jostled from below and come loose. A few simple repairs
will keep downspout joints tight and reliably leak-free
for many years. |
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 Remove any
screws or connecting hardware at the joint and then
disassemble the leaking portion of the downspout. You may
need to remove other gutter or downspout sections near the
leaky joint first. |
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 Clean any
caulk or adhesive from both parts of the joint using a
stiff wire brush. Replace the rubber gaskets on vinyl or
PVC gutters. |
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 Apply a bead
of silicone caulk to one of the parts at the joint area,
then reassemble the gutter system. Add any necessary
fasteners or connectors. |
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RELATED PROJECTS
Installing Gutter Liners
Repairing Leaky Metal
Gutters
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