How to Caulk a Gutter With PVC Cement

Gutters can be caulked with PVC cement to seal properly between sections.

Gutters are found on nearly all residential buildings and houses. They are installed just below the roof. Gutters are installed at a slight slope to allow rainwater to run down them and to the downspout. The downspout carries the water down the side of the house and away without causing any damage. When gutters are installed, it is a good idea to seal the seams between the gutters where they meet. This will help keep water from leaking out and causing damage to the house. PVC cement is the best applicator to caulk any type of gutter.

Things You'll Need

• Ladder
• PVC cement
• Small brush

Instructions

1. Position a ladder at the end of the gutter along either side of the house. Climb up the ladder carefully and locate where the gutter meets the downspout outlet at the end of the house. Separate the gutter from the downspout outlet by hand.

2. Open a can of PVC cement and apply the cement with a small brush to the inside of the downspout outlet. Brush on a thin, even layer. Add a layer to the outside of the gutter where the gutter will sit on the downspout outlet. Push the two together by hand. Hold them in place for one minute so they can adhere together.

3. Move the ladder down the side of the house. Position it under the first location where the gutters meet. Pull the gutters apart by hand and apply PVC cement to the inside edge of one gutter and the outside edge of the other. Hold the two together in place for one minute so they can properly adhere to one another.

4. Move down the first side of the house and caulk the gutters in place with the PVC cement until reaching the end of the first side. Go to the next side of the house and repeat the process, covering all sides of the house.

Tips & Warnings

• PVC cement is a solvent that is applied to join two pieces of gutter. It re-solidifies in seconds to connect the two pieces firmly together.

• Always be very careful when working on a ladder. Ensure it is on stable and steady ground when in use.

References

• Home Tips: Installing Gutters