Make sure that the top edge of each overlapping piece is pointed in the direction of the water flow.
Connecting gutter sections.
If your home has vinyl gutters follow these steps about how to join gutter sections.
If you have a straight run gable roof measure from shingle to shingle and then add 1 2 inch to each side.
On the ground assemble the gutter pieces and overlap the sections by 3 to 4 inches.
If you have a straight run gable roof measure from shingle to shingle and then add.
Using the same method you would for metal gutters measure the amount of gutter you ll need.
Spread gutter sealant on the overlapping areas.
Now you can install the gutters.
How to connect two sections of gutters if you are going to put gutters around your house and you have some long sections you are going to have to piece two.
The first gutter piece and maybe the second and even a third piece will likely be full 10 ft.
How to connect two sections of gutters.