Safety first, always. Gutters live high up, which means you’ll be on a ladder. Don’t be a hero—if your roof has a steep pitch or you’re uneasy with heights, call a pro. No shingle is worth a broken ankle.
You’ll need a solid helper for this one. Most gutter sections are ten feet long, and wrestling them alone is like trying to fold a fitted sheet by yourself—frustrating and unflattering. Grab a friend, and promise them pizza or beer.
What You’ll Actually Need
Head to your local hardware store for: seamless gutters (or pre-cut sections), downspouts, elbows, end caps, and hangers. A level, a drill, a hacksaw, and some heavy-duty silicone caulk are your best buddies here. Also grab a good tape measure; your old one that lost its first inch is a liar.
Don’t forget a ladder that reaches at least three feet above your roofline. Because balancing on a wobbly stool while holding a gutter is a circus act nobody wants to see.
