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February 14, 2025

Guide to Installing a Gutter System for EPS Pergola

If you're planning to build a pergola with an insulated EPS roof panel and want to ensure that water doesn’t leak from the connection between the panels and the gutter, check out our installation guide below!

Guide to Installing an Overhang Gutter System

Installation Steps

1.Cut the Ceiling Side Metal and Foam

Cut back the ceiling side metal and foam on the panel by about 50mm.

2.Fix the U-Channel

Insert the U-channel between the roof side metal and the foam. Secure it firmly with screws from both the top and bottom.

3.Install the Gutter Hooks

Nail the gutter hooks onto the U-channel at 1-meter intervals.

4.Place the Gutter

Carefully place the gutter onto the hooks.

5.Bend the Steel Sheet

Bend the roof side metal sheet downward at about 1/3 of the gutter’s width to create a slope, allowing water to flow smoothly into the gutter.

 

Why Choose the Overhang Style?

✅ The Bighands Building EPS Panels are capable of overlapping up to approximately 800mm, ensuring a secure and stable connection.

✅ Enhanced Protection: The overhang design provides additional coverage, shielding your pergola and outdoor space from rain, sun, and debris.

✅ Improved Shade: Extends the shaded area, creating a more comfortable outdoor environment for relaxation or entertainment.

✅ Architectural Appeal: Adds a visually striking element to your pergola, enhancing its overall design and aesthetic value.

✅ Versatile Functionality: Perfect for integrating with lighting and fans, offering both practicality and beauty.

✅ Durable Performance: The overhang structure is designed to withstand weather elements, ensuring long-lasting durability and stability.

 

Guide to Installing a No-Overhang Gutter System

Installation Steps

1.Choose the Right Accessories

Use Bighands Drip Line, specially designed for panel structures, to ensure a perfect fit and smooth drainage.

2.Cut the Ceiling Side Metal and Foam

Trim approximately 50mm from the ceiling side metal and foam backing to create space for the drip line installation.

3.Install the Drip Line

Insert the drip line into the roof side metal, making sure it fully wraps around the foam for waterproofing and protection.

4.Secure the Gutter Brackets

Nail the gutter hooks onto the U-channel at 1-meter intervals.

5.Place the Gutter

Position the gutter into the brackets and adjust it to align seamlessly with the drip line.

6.Adjust the Roof Sheet Angle

Bend the roof sheet downward at a one-third point of the gutter to create a natural slope, allowing water to flow smoothly into the gutter and preventing pooling.

 

Why Choose the No-Overhang Style?

✅ Space-Saving: Ideal for pergolas without overhangs, maximizing the use of column edge space.

✅ Efficient Drainage: The combination of drip line and gutter ensures rainwater is quickly diverted, protecting the pergola structure.

✅ Aesthetic and Functional: The installation is neat and visually appealing, complementing the overall design of the pergola.