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Levels - We recommend gutters are installed level. If fall required max. 1:600. The height of gutter should be set to prevent overshoot.

SEQUENCE

  1. Check fixing background, including alignment and that the roof overhang is correct. Ensure any necessary remedial works are carried out.
  2. Establish fixing datum line.
  3. Start fixing procedures from right to left, starting at a stopend or corner if possible.
    1. If fascia brackets are being used, fix brackets using stainless steel fixings, string lining through for line and level including extra brackets at components
    2. Or ...
    3. Back fix gutter to fascia using stainless steel fixings.
  4. Apply butyl tape and silicone to plain end of next gutter.
  5. Rivet joint using aluminium sealed rivets.
  6. Clean off any excess sealant to outside of the gutter and touch up rivets.

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