Patching Gutter Leaks

Leaky gutters are easy to repair.

Patching gutter leaks.

Any issues like this need to be resolved before new sealant can be applied. It is easy to fix the leaking rusted seams where gutters connect to each other. This guide explains how to fix gutter leaks specifically when repairing a small or large hole in metal gutters. Use a commercial grade gutter sealant and simply re apply where needed in a thorough manner.

You may need to remove other gutter or downspout sections near the leaky joint first. If the metal gutter parts have rusted through you can quickly and easily patch it. 2 clean the joints replace the gaskets. If the hole is small you can use plastic roofing cement.

If it is large use a piece of galvanized metal flashing. Remove any screws or connecting hardware at the joint and then disassemble the leaking portion of the downspout. Video sponsored by gardner gib. Then use a power washer or the strongest blast from your.

Using a small trowel a gutter scoop or your gloved hands clear away as much debris as possible dropping it into a bucket for disposal. Sand away as much of the rust as possible and spray on a rust preventative paint.