Cutting Metal Gutters

Step 4 adjust the angle of the saw if the gutter goes on a corner.

Cutting metal gutters.

Hold the gutter firmly against the fence of the table the short wall at the back of the table that makes it possible to cut straight lines. You ll thank me later. Fit the miter saw with a carbide tipped finish blade for cutting through metal but this is the fastest and most efficient tool for cutting through any type of gutter material. Miter saw miter saws are the most common tool used for cutting gutters especially metal and plastic gutters.

Place the gutter on the miter saw table. With no gutters rain would run off your roof in a sheet soaking anyone walking under your eave with water. Use a carpenter s square to get around to the bottom. Cut along the marked line you placed on the aluminum gutter starting at the flange turning inward toward the opening of the aluminum gutter.

Metal shears can be dangerous if not used properly. Always wear proper safety gear such as protective goggles and gloves when working with metal shears. Use the old adage measure twice and cut once then turn the gutter upside down on the table and mark it all the way around. Metal gutters can be cut with aviation tin snips.