Guttering & Downpipes - Good Idea Leaflet 60

Spread the load to prevent the risk of the ladder legs sinking into the ground.

To prevent the foot of the ladder slipping away, place a sandbag across the base.

Whenever possible, tie the top of the ladder into ringbolts at eaves level or to an adjacent window frame.

Use a ladder stay to position the top of the ladder away from the eaves ove

Unsupported sections should be supported using 150mm nails driven into the fascia underneath the gutter.

Use a plumbline centred over the gully or drain connection to establish the position of your first outlet.

A string line will help you position your next fitting at the right level.

Before a gutter is locked into the gutter joint, ensure the gutter end is lined up.

Simple wing clips are used to hold the guttering in place in most connectors.

Cut your downpipe at the required length and fit it between the two bends.

Each time a connector is used it must be supported with a downpipe bracket.