If you do want to trim it down with scissors though make sure it s at least 1 5 in 3 8 cm larger than the hole on all sides.
Cutting hole in gutter.
Gutter repair patches are made of rubberized asphalt and are typically around 4 by 6 in 10 by 15 cm in size.
If the holes are larger than nail holes use tin snips to cut a strip of flashing the same amterial as the gutter wide enough to fill the area.
The first thing you should do is decide where the best place to reconfigure one of your downspouts into a gutter.
How to cut a vinyl gutter step 1.
Step 4 secure the sleeve to the gutter.
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Step 2 drill four holes.
Step 3 file the edges and apply sealant.
How to cut a downspout into a gutter.
Step 1 is to draw the shape of the hole and drill s few holes around that shape.
Step 1 find the right location.
This one came with holes in it for rivets.
So long as the patch fits the inside of your gutter it s not necessary to cut it.
Here you can see the shape of the downspout flange i had.
Place the gutter section upside down on a solid work surface.
Bend the strip to fit and embed the flashing in the cement.
Then i used a fine tooth metal cutting blade in my jig saw.