Patent attributes
A gutter retaining system incorporating a gutter clip with a gutter and retaining member. Retaining member is placed along the eaves. The gutter clip has L-portion and back portion. Back portion includes upper u-portion with hanger for slipping gutter clip over gutter for securing to gutter clip. Gutter clip has nib end with locking tip. Nib end fits within retaining member to secure gutter clip and gutter in place. L-portion fits between the gutter and building where an additional piece of board is included. The gutter clip is scored between the back portion and L-portion allowing separation if needed. A second embodiment provides a retaining member for use with metal flashing. Additional embodiments provided modified retaining members which permit the gutter system to be held against a building with straight fascia, slanted fascia, and trim board and which permit free floating attachment of a debris guard.
