Leaky Roof & Gutter Survival Guide: How to Find, Fix, and Prevent Costly Water Damage

16. Water Shooting Over the Gutter

Long roof valleys can blast high-velocity water that overshoots the gutter entirely.

Fix: install a simple diverter on the outer gutter edge to catch and redirect the water back into the gutter.

Just fasten a small bent piece of sheet metal or a pre-made diverter with a couple of sheet-metal screws at the trouble spot.

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