#4 · sep 4, 2006.

How to cut a downspout. Hold the pliers closed tightly and twist them to make a ripple in the metal. I'm assuming the downspouts are either aluminum or vinyl.in this case you can use a power miter saw with a carbide blade. For a round downspout outlet.

This will ensure that the downspout is the correct size and that. For cutting any kind of sheet metal tubing, the weapon of choice. Cut downspouts quickly with a jigsaw.

Not having a premade outlet: It makes a very clean. Use the pliers to grab one of the sides about an inch from the corner.

Break a clay or cast iron boot (pipe) down to the ground. How to cut downspout in order to connect it to the gutter: First, mark the spot where you want to cut.

Use the appropriate hole saw. First, measure the height of the downspout from the top to the bottom. If you have an older one.

A downspout is a pipe that directs rainwater from the roof of a house to the ground. Do the same about an inch from the other corner. Measuring the first step should be taking the measurements for your project.