How Do Gutter Hangers Work

Hook on gutter hanging straps with the gutters screwed to the fascia it s a simple job to install the hidden gutter hangers.

How do gutter hangers work.

Visualize a gutter cover with a horizontal flat top surface and a half circle curve on the left end. The spikes need to be long enough to span the gutter trough and secure itself to the fascia. Capillary action makes the water try to stick to the surface of the gutter cover. Depending on the system gutters are either nailed to the fascia with a clip or spike and ferrule hanger as shown at left or hung from the sheathing along the eaves before the roof is shingled which is more secure and less visible.

Install hangers every two feet to support the gutters and strengthen the front edge. A ferrule is driven through both sides of the gutter trough then a long spike or screw is driven through to the fascia board. The hangers are designed to slip over the back edge of the gutter. Gutter hangers are the parts of the gutter system that fasten the gutters to the eaves of the roof of your home.

With all the necessary fittings attached to this length of gutter install a hanger bracket every 2 to 3 ft. If a bb slowly rolled across the flat plate to the curve it would then follow the curve from the 12 o clock position until it got to the 9 o clock position. Installing a slide gutter flashing under the shingles and over the back edge of the gutter will prevent water from running behind your gutters which can cause your fascia to rot and deteriorate over time. They are essential in keeping the gutter secure and play an important role in the gutter system s durability and efficiency.

Spikes and ferrules this type of gutter hanger uses a simpler mechanism. Quality downspouts expel water well away from the house.