How to fix a leaking gutter - Simple DIY fix!

A leaking gutter or gutter joint can cause a lot of problems to your home. These can be anything from water damage, damp, dry rot and even foundation issues. A leaking gutter can easily be fixed by replacing the rubber inserts or replacing the gutter joint, follow my video for a simple step by step guide including a few top tips and tricks to make the process easier!
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00:00 Introduction
00:31 Why is guttering important?
00:59 Why do gutters leak?
01:49 1st thing to try
02:42 Remove the guttering joint
04:08 SUPER TIP
04:23 How to install a new gutter joint
06:17 Testing the gutters
#gutters #gutterrepair #gutter

[@Firebrand55]

Excellent How-To....clear, precise, short.....all you need to know!

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for your great comment 👍

[@ronwhitehouse23]

What another fabulous simple, and efficient piece of commentary. And jargon free. Well done Steve. Thank you.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, thanks for your great comment. Im glad you have enjoyed the video!

[@DingleyDell]

Had this exact problem today! Thanks for making this video.

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, I'm glad you liked the video 😊

[@neilfoster814]

Good advice clearly explained. The Vaseline/Silicon grease tip was a real gem. Some people lather the joints in mastic or silicon sealant, but that will usually leak after a few weeks. Replacement rubber seals are the best option.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for your comment, I agree that if you can get the rubber seals, that's definitely the best option

[@shazreed2330]

Thank you for very helpful video. I feel confident to tackle this myself now. 👍🏻

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's brilliant, thanks for your comment 👍

[@michaelatkinson9461]

Very well explained

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, thanks for your comment!

[@buvcakes]

Fantastic Vaseline tip. Thanks so much.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for your comment. I'm glad you liked the tip.

[@IncurablyCreative]

Really helpful. Thank you. Succinct and clearly explained and a lot more useful information than the other couple of videos I watched - despite being shorter. Excellent stuff. Liked and subscribed. FYI - I did a google search for ‘how to fix a leaking gutter’ and your video was the number two recommendation. It also appeared in my suggested video list. 👍👏

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, thanks so much for your great comment, and I'm glad the video has helped you out!

[@suefowler8005]

Good advice steve keep up the good work xx

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks!!!

[@michaeltravers6109]

Excellent!.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@johndickinson-db2ef]

The existing gutter needs to be cut back to the lines clearly shown in the bottom of the new corner fitting to allow for expansion and DO NOT go up against the lugs as shown

[@Beerpopnana]

💯

[@leesmith1558]

yep, the line not the stop, correct

[@CarlRuthie]

i love it, it says insert gutter to here??you went 15,20 mm past it ,then made life hard to put corner back on, could of just took small piece of gutter off to running outlet clipped corner on then put little piece back on simples 2 second job👌

[@Bluersilk555]

Thanks 👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm glad you found the video helpful!

[@bluestar.8938]

Thank you : )

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, I hope it was useful!

[@davescupper5789]

Good video Thanks😊 I think mine need new rubber seals 😊

[@FixitwithFowler]

At least they are easy to replace and cheap! Thanks for your comment 👍

[@grahamknibbs5481]

Followed your tips inc the Vaseline and all went to plan, the end result was leak free👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

Brilliant, thanks for your comment!

[@user-ye7sj7gm3f]

Nice Vid, thx !

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for your comment 👍

[@GordonStrefford]

I was about to buy some sealant to cure a leaky gutter. After watching this video I realised that replacing seals or joints is the way to go! Thanks!

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, no problem! I'm glad the video has helped you out. Thanks for your comment 👍

[@roachy69]

I had no idea Mats Sundin was such a handyman!

[@FixitwithFowler]

Lol, brilliant comment!!!

[@peterkenworthy9219]

Just done mine before seeing this video Some good advice. The new joint was £3.99 which is excellent value for money. Attaching the rear part of the bracket was the hardest part. I put it in sideways then turn it around which helped . I also put in a little sealant membrane on the joint inside as I noticed the gutter had warped a little and wasn’t very flush . Everything become easy …. Once you have had the experience

[@FixitwithFowler]

Firstly, thanks for your comment 👍. You are right. Sometimes things are trial and error, and from that, you gain experience!

[@peterkenworthy9219]

@@FixitwithFowlerthanks Have you any links to cutting a 3x 2 flag down a few inches with an angle grinder ?

[@FixitwithFowler]

I certainly have, I did a video on this a while ago! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gV7WmoGMrtKibbMsi=nodGtggVDDBPYVn4

[@711honved]

It is without doubt easier to work on guttering in warm weather! Those clips can be very difficult to work on otherwise.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Yes, they are a pain. However, someone suggested putting the in hot water for a few minutes before using them!

[@Listermintsluesh]

Nicely explained. I've been tinkering with gutters. I've the old 100mm or 4 inch still. Impossible to get replacements I feel.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for your comment. Have you checked to see if there are any manufacturers details printed on it? I managed to get some unusual fittings via a google search but ended paying a lot more than standard guttering. Have you tried just replacing the seals if that's an option?

[@Listermintsluesh]

@@FixitwithFowler thanks. Yes I've modified lower guttering, so I can reuse the original part for the top guttering that's broke. It's all terrain stuff I believe. It's those little clips that clamp the fittings together. Unusual design but they lasted a long long time. Yeah I can see if I can't replace those seals. 🙏👋🤞

[@vkman34]

Don't use vaseline or any petroleum product as a lubricant with rubber - it will gradually eat away at the rubber. Use silicone grease instead.

[@akaWooders]

Anyone who's read the instructions for using a condom would know that. 😆

[@akaWooders]

However, I wouldn't recommend getting out the silicone grease when using a condom either, you might get a negative reaction in more ways than one! Other lubricants are available for that 'job'. 😉

[@madhatter61]

Ky

[@paulbailey7641]

What about washing up liquid?

[@FixitwithFowler]

That would work

[@jameshardy6277]

Great vid. Thanks.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, im glad the guttering video was helpful!

[@monikapluta367]

Hi. Can I only exchange guttery clips.My is broken and I want to fix it on my own.Can I do that?Thank you for any help.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Yes of course you can

[@bozwellboyce8364]

Hi Steve, I'm having a spot of bother with water flowing on my guttering. I have a return around the side of the guttering similar to yours. At 1min 10 on your video, its a great shot as it looks the same as mine. However, I thought this may have been an incorrect fitting, as I can't see how the water would drop onto the corner bracket and then get over the lip of the next piece of guttering. (I have absolutely no idea about guttering, so was just assuming this could be the problem - looking at your set up, it might not be, it might just be due to the lack of fall on the guttering). I would have thought some fancy bit of mitring was required, so the two pieces butted up against each other in the right angle bracket ?. If not, I think I need to have a look at the fall on the brackets. Thanks Barry

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi Barry, the guttering does not mitre in the corner. Instead, the guttering is cut square and stops in the corner joint at the stop line in the gutter joint. The water does sit a little in the joint but only about 2-3 mm, so long as the seals are ok, then this is not a problem. You could check that you have a fall on the guttering as this will help the water to drain away!

[@bozwellboyce8364]

@@FixitwithFowler Thanks Steve, I think it's definitely the fall on the guttering which is the problem. Glad I spotted your video.

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, im glad its helped you 😊

[@JohnFenwick-b7o]

Not sure about using petroleum jelly as this attacks rubber

[@philiphoddell5549]

You Dont fit the gutter up to the stops, there is a line, about 1/4" short of the stops that you should be guided by...

[@FixitwithFowler]

It's only a short run, so it won't move too much.

[@blade6533]

Hello, Is it possible to fix the leak of down spout connect to the gutter drain. The leak is at the top of the spout connecting to the gutter drain.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, normally these joints just push together and habe no seals or mechanical fixings!

[@bernardwarr4187]

Most likely the down pipe is blocked

[@hosay299]

what about the down pipe conection

[@FixitwithFowler]

They just push together so are easy to remove and replace

[@hosay299]

@@FixitwithFowler yes but it a drip issue>>>???

[@truckman4175]

Price of guttering now looking at that would have replaced the lot not just the joint

[@FixitwithFowler]

It was only £3 for the corner peice! Nit worth replacing the rest as it just needs cleaning!

[@davidcaldwell4953]

The reason why we get so much trouble with plastic gutters. Is because they are poorly made and the rubber gaskets are also very poor.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Yes I agree, thanks for your comment 👍

[@waynemoore9951]

Why no audio

[@FixitwithFowler]

There is, have you got it on mute?

[@Blade1310]

The video was going so well until it missed out the vital part of getting the clips on the back side . Clearly a problematic area which probably entailed several attempts and copious amounts of strong language! I only comment as mine has exactly this problem (dripping rather than running though) and I can foresee the clips snapping at some point as they are currently refusing to budge when trying to remove them! 😂

[@FixitwithFowler]

If you look at about 5.40, it shows how to install the clips. However, they are a nightmare, and if the weather is cold, the guttering clips and guttering are less flexible and the guttering clips can break!

[@Stan_55UK]

@@FixitwithFowler Take some very hot water up with you in a flask, and tip over the clips.

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's a great idea, and yes, you're right about some strong language and breaking the clips. Good job, they are cheap!

[@elroyal1]

There is another material that can be used for guttering, a material thats use in most if not all other countries in the world which works well. It's called metal! Just a thought.😂😂

[@FixitwithFowler]

You can get metal in the UK normally formed on site in complete lengths. However, due to cost, most houses have this plastic guttering!

[@Saint696Anger]

The quality in Europe is so much better than American crap we use

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, im in the UK. These are standard guttering parts and really cheap. What do you use in America 🇺🇸?

[@Saint696Anger]

@@FixitwithFowler I was mainly focused on the building and roof in general. I have aluminum gutters on my house

[@FixitwithFowler]

Oh, right, yes, most of the houses are either rick or concrete blocks in construction. My house was built in the 1960s, and it's nearly all original.

[@petercrossley1069]

Don’t use crap plastic guttering.

[@FixitwithFowler]

What cheap alternative is there in the UK?

[@GreeBoman]

Argh, wash the gutter!

[@FixitwithFowler]

Maybe another time!