How to fix gutter drain outlets?

[Ukr125]

Can someone please advise on the best possible solution to fix my gutter drain outlet?

Previous owners have cut thd original drain outlet that sat above the underground pipe and moved it towards the end of the gutter. The hole for the new drain outlet appears to have been chiselled out - not cut. Please see photos. 

I'm thinking of moving the current drain outlet back to the old position which means ill have to patch up the current gutter drain hole(outlet). However, I am worried that this might not be possible as the old drain outlet is cut too close to the gutter and attaching the new drain outlet might be difficult as I won't be able to secure all sides of the gutter outlet. 

Should I just patch both holes and cut a new hole?

Any assistance is greatly appreciated. 

 

 

 

[JacobZ]

Hi @Ukr125,

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is wonderful to have you with us.

Looking at the two different holes in your gutter, I can't see a solid way that you could patch them that would hold up in the long term. 

You could try cutting and bending something like this Metal Mate 0.5 x 300 x 900mm Plain Aluminium Sheet, then riveting it in place and sealing it with silicone, but I can't imagine it would look great and would be concerned that it would fail prematurely, particularly at the corner.

If it were my home, I would be looking into replacing the gutter as a whole and then installing a downpipe pop in the location of the downpipe, which is the typical way of doing this.

Allow me to tag @Dave-1, @Nailbag and @Noyade to see what they think.

Jacob

[Noyade]

I'm with @JacobZ  - replace it.

How long is it @Ukr125 ?

Is it closed both ends?

Once off it would give you a chance to sand/paint the fascia/posts.

Just a loverly Saturday thought.

Cheers.

[Ukr125]

@JacobZ @Noyade 

Thank you so much guys, this is great advice.

I did initially think of cutting the end end section of the gutter off (where the two holes are) and inserting a new one, but removing the whole gutter is more straightforward. 

@Noyade the whole gutter is 5 metres and yes it is closed at both ends - so removing and replacing wouldn't be a problem as it's not connected to the actual house. Noting that it's 5m long would I have to connect 2 gutters or just get it made at 5m? 

Thanks again for your responses, I really appreciate it. 

[Nailbag]

Hi @Ukr125 

The most obvious solution to me is that the entire guttering and downpipe system in that area needs to be replaced. The make-shift non-compliant fixes has also resulted in the facia and post having obvious signs of rot setting in.

My advice would be to remove these sections, evaluate the condition off the timbers and repair and/or replace as required before re-instating the plumbing. I would also highly recommend having it legally done by using a plumber to do the plumbing work. It will be a solid investment in the long term condition and functionality.

Regards Nailbag

[Dave-1]

Good Evening @Ukr125 

The guys have all come up with valid solutions I would consider replacing the length of gutter and do it right from the begining. @Nailbag has a good point in getting it professionally installed and to do away with the stopgap solutions that the previous ownbers have done.

At the very least, remove the old gutter, assess the timber and also the state that the stormwater pipe goes to (I replaced mine professionally and then found my stormwater pipe was blocked/compressed in multiple places lol yeah that was a job and a half) Break it down into small segmants in your mind and its easier to deal with.

Dave