Mount Gutter On Square Cut Rafter Ends

Rafter design done right the most basic traditional rafter tail has a simple plumb cut at the end of true 2x lumber with the benefit of offering a robust surface for attaching a gutter.

Mount gutter on square cut rafter ends.

Work across the length of your roof to install drip edges along the entire length. Mark the plumb cut at the top of the rafter. At the square cut end of the gutter attach a spherical end cap with aluminum pop rivets. Typically you ll need a.

Rafter mounted shank circle with square cut rafter tails. Jobs with rafter tails rather than a fascia boards will require the use of a rafter mounted shank. You can buy drip edges from your local hardware or home improvement store. 6 12 roof pitch shown.

Set the framing square on top of the rafter beam with the tongue facing the top of the rafter. Choose which end of your rafter you want to be the top. Square cut rafter tails 2x6 facia no soffit. Then use a pencil to trace the outside edge of the framing square s tongue.

If the tin snips distorts the profile of the gutter just bend it back into shape with needle nose pliers. I need to put continuos gutters on a 12 4. Drive 2 3 nails along the top of the drip edge to secure it to the rafters underneath. Gutter material also can be cut with a chop saw or sabre saw but be sure to wipe the steel filings from the painted surface.

The plumb or ridge cut is made at the top of the rafter. Jobs with rafter tails rather than a fascia boards will require the use of a rafter mounted shank. Cut the downspout hole at the bottom end of the gutter and attach the gutter end caps. Place the drip edge on top of your rafter so the end extends over the top of the fascia board.

Rafter design done right rafter tails cut from true 2x material also can have a tapered bottom edge which adds a subtle suggestion of the craftsman s hand. If the gutter doesn t turn a corner fasten an end cap to each end to do this hold the end cap in place temporarily with a single sheet metal screw then drill a 1 8 inch diameter hole and install one pop rivet above. Use a square and pencil to mark the gutter length and cut to the line.