Abstract: A mounting device (10) is disclosed having a one-piece body (11). A slot (20) extends into this body (11), and is defined by a slot base (22) and a pair of spaced slot sidewalls (24a, 24b) that each extend from the slot base (22). The slot sidewalls (24a, 24b) are disposed in non-parallel relation to each other.

Abstract: A tree stand comprising a supporting base including an upwardly facing hemispherical socket, a positioning sphere having a cavity for receiving a trunk of the tree, and a collar engageable by threads with the base and comprising a flange, wherein the positioning sphere may be disposed in the hemispherical cavity, and the compression collar maximally threadably engaged with the base, thereby contacting the flange with the sphere and immobilizing the sphere in the socket.

Abstract: A gutter debris preclusion device for use with a gutter having a support structure being substantially rigid; a screen having a plurality of apertures and being disposed on the support structure; and, a fastener member disposed on the support structure and having a barrier member and a protective film removably attached to the barrier member.

Abstract: An exterior rearview mirror assembly configured for mounting at an exterior portion of a vehicle includes a mounting arm, a mirror head attached at the mounting arm, an attaching element attached at a mirror reflective element, a shroud and a mirror actuator. The mounting arm is configured for attachment at an exterior portion of the vehicle. The shroud extends from the attaching element and is partially received in the mirror head. The mirror actuator is operable to adjust the attaching element and the mirror reflective element relative to the mirror head. The mirror reflective element is disposed outside of the mirror head and the shroud spans a gap between the mirror reflective element and the mirror head to substantially encase the attaching element.

Abstract: A vehicle mirror assembly having a housing and dome-type mirror lens. The lens has a first base footprint portion with a constant radius of curvature and a diameter, and a second base footprint portion comprised of an elliptical portion with a base major axis and a base minor axis. The mirror lens includes a first surface portion having a first surface radius and conforming to the first base footprint portion. The lens additionally includes a second surface portion conforming to the second base footprint portion. The second surface portion is comprised of a second surface major radius of curvature corresponding to a major surface axis and a second surface minor radius of curvature corresponding to a minor surface axis.

Abstract: A freestanding portable holding apparatus for a handheld mirror comprises a base which ensures stability and a center-mounted pole extending upward from the base having a height adjustment mechanism that allows the pole to be extended upwards or downwards as desired by the user. An upper end of the apparatus is provided with an adjustable clip to hold a variety of handheld mirrors in an inverted fashion. It is adjustable in height so that a user can see the rear of their head while looking in another stationary mirror. This feature affords the user the use of both hands while styling hair without having to constantly switch and move the handheld mirror in one hand.

Abstract: Ball pivot assemblies for mounting panels to a cable regardless of panel geometry or orientation include a ball pivot. The ball pivot includes geometry configured to enable a panel to pivot about the ball pivot in a plurality of orientations in a plurality of planes with respect to the cable. One or more implementations of the present invention can include a ball socket configured to receive the ball pivot, and provide a secure interface between the ball pivot assembly and the panel. Also, systems of at least one implementation of the present invention include a plurality of panels mounted to one or more cables using one or more ball pivot assemblies. In addition, one or more implementations of the present invention include methods of mounting panels using one or more ball pivot assemblies.

Abstract: An angle-adjustable auxiliary vehicle mirror includes a base and a mirror. The base has a concave rest with a threaded hole. The mirror fits in a concave chamber of the base, with an auxiliary lens combined on top, having an arc-shaped convex formed at the bottom to engage with the concave rest. An opening is bored in the arc-shaped convex. A washer with a through hole is put on the arc-shaped convex. A screw is orderly inserted through the through hole and the opening to engage with the threaded hole to keep the mirror positioned, with the arc-shaped convex contacting with the concave rest. With the screw not tightly engaged with the mirror, the arc-shaped convex can axially slide on the concave rest to alter the angle of the mirror.

Abstract: A novel mirror adapter mount for mounting between a handlebar mirror mount and a mirror normally secured thereto. According to one embodiment, the mirror adapter mount having a substantially rigid bracket with a first and second spaced-apart apertures each structured to receive a threaded shaft of the mirror, a threaded coupler having a shaft having a threaded portion thereof that is sized to be received through the first aperture in the bracket; a first securing means for securing the threaded portion of the shaft of the coupler to the handlebar mirror mount with a portion of the bracket secured there between; and a second securing means for securing the threaded shaft of the mirror to the second aperture of the bracket.

Abstract: The present invention provides a simple two position mounting and installation system for eavestroughing. The system is designed to provide a spring retention system using the flexibility and rigidilty of the components. The system uses a retaining member and or a gutter having spring arms to provide the spring retention system. This system normally provides an over center type securement. The invention is also directed to a two position support arrangement between a facia mounted retainer and a modified gutter.

Abstract: A moisture vent (10) has an elongated back flashing (12), an elongated base side (14) extending from the back flashing, an elongated vent side (18) extending upwardly from the base side, an elongated stucco side (24) extending inwardly from the vent side, a front flashing (32) extending upwardly from the stucco side adjacent the back flashing, and a termite barrier (34) extending outwardly and downwardly from the intersection of the base and the vent sides. Upon installation, the back flashing is mounted to a foundation (6) of a structure (8) with the front flashing in contact with a foam backing (2) of an exterior insulation and finishing system (4) and the stucco side adjacent a bottom face (5) of the exterior insulation and finishing system. To provide air flow, the stucco side has slots (28), and the vent side has vents (22). In one embodiment the slots have fins, and in another embodiment, the vents have louvers. A cap (40) is provided for closing an open end (36) of the moisture vent.

Abstract: A system for securing guttering to ends of balconies or terraces essentially consists of a supporting section and a gutter. Securing means are allocated to the supporting section and securing means are allocated to the gutter. Both securing means are arranged to act together to secure the gutter to the supporting section. The securing means for the supporting section consist of a support and a locking edge. The support acts as a counter-member for a suspension arm allocated to the gutter. Said suspension arm is a part of a hook-shaped suspension section. The gutter is secured to the supporting section by a bearing component which bears on the supporting arm of the supporting section and a securing member engaging behind the locking edge.

Abstract: An outside corner fitting including an arcuate channel having a radius of curvature greater than a predetermined minimum bend radius for the cable to be installed in the duct system. A first embodiment of the invention fits within straight ducts and allows the straight ducts to be placed flush with the outside corner of the wall. A second embodiment features an outside corner fitting that abuts against the straight ducts and is mounted directly to the wall. Both embodiments include a cover having a first edge and a second edge, the first edge being shorter than the second edge. The shorter first edge minimizes the gap between the cover and the wall if the wall is not exactly 90 degrees.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a gutter tilt actuator for a rain gutter system for a house, building, structure, etc., which facilitates cleaning of a gutter, and more particularly to a gutter tilt actuator, which is utilized to rotate the gutter from a water collecting position to a cleaning position and from a cleaning position to a water collecting position.

Abstract: A gutter screen adapted for covering a gutter having a flange projecting rearwardly from an upper edge of a front wall of the gutter. The gutter is supported by at least one gutter hanger having a hook portion for hooking over a back wall of the gutter, a bridging portion extending forward from the hook portion, and a front portion extending up from the bridging portion for engagement with the front flange of the gutter. The hook and bridging portions define a first corner. The gutter screen comprises an elongate screen member having a central portion and front and rear edge margins. The configuration of the screen member is such that when the screen member is unstressed, the central portion and front edge margin combine to form a flat continuous unbent generally planar stretch of screen, and the rear edge margin is bent so that it extends downwardly from the central portion.

Abstract: A bracket assembly, particularly for supporting a roof gutter, is disclosed. The assembly includes a mounting member attachable to a fascia and a support member releasably attachable to the mounting member. Attachment is by relation of the support member relative to the mounting member such that lugs on the support member engage an elongate aperture in the mounting member. The bracket assembly may incorporate a cover attachment member to facilitate concealed covering.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for attaching gutters to structures such as houses are disclosed. The apparatus includes a bracket having a push nut which is either an integral part of the bracket or an external component that is attached to the bracket. A spike is driven through the part of the gutter that normally holds the spike, through the push nut section of the bracket and into the house. The bracket is attached to the house via fastening devices such as screws. The apparatus provides a convenient means of repairing loosened gutters and for a superior way to install new gutters.

Abstract: A debris blocking gutter system includes a gutter having a front wall, a bottom wall and a rear wall forming a trough for receiving water. A shield for covering at least a portion of the trough includes a cover portion and a downwardly projecting blocking wall. A hanger or bracket includes a first arm for supporting the front wall and preventing it from collapsing due to the weight of debris. The hanger includes a second arm for supporting the shield without contacting the cover portion. The first and second arms prevents the gutter from collapsing due to the weight of debris such as snow and ice.

Abstract: A mesh (10) and flashing (11) for use with a roof guttering to prevent leaves and debris from entering the guttering. The mesh is adapted to overlie the guttering and a part of a corrugated roof. The flashing fits flush against the roof and includes a plurality of tongue extensions (16). Each of the tongue extensions fits between a corrugation of the roof.

Abstract: A single piece gutter bracket having a gutter support arm is connected to a centrally disposed web with two spaced apart flanges extending substantially perpendicularly from opposing edges of the central web, in the direction opposite the gutter support arm. The distance between the flanges is approximately equal to the thickness of a rafter extension and may be substantially parallel or slightly angled in order to provide a frictional fit on a rafter extension. The flanges are secured directly to the sides of the rafter extension. The central web covers a portion of the end surface of the rafter extension, providing some protection to the rafter extension. The front of the gutter support arm may lie lower than the back of the gutter support arm to inhibit the flow of water, thereby helping to preserve the dwelling's building materials. The gutter bracket need not be installed during construction, beneath the roof shingles or the like, but may be installed after construction is complete.

Abstract: An apparatus for connecting a drain trough to a building, including a mounting bracket having an elongated mounting portion and a support portion extending outwardly from a side edge of the mounting portion, the support portion including a first portion which extends upwardly along at least a portion of the side edge and a second portion which extends horizontally from a lower portion of the side edge. The apparatus further includes a harness device and a hinge device for hingedly connecting the mounting bracket with the harness device, wherein the harness device is operable to rotate between a first position wherein the drain trough is operable to receive water therein, and a second position in which the drain trough is inverted for cleaning.

Abstract: An eavestrough system utilizes a two-piece hook wherein a small clip is positioned and secured on a fascia and thereafter assembled eavestroughing and eavestrough hooks are conveniently attached thereto, preferably by means of a sliding snap fit relationship. The eavestrough hooks are slidable on the eavestrough section and can be preassembled on the eavestrough at ground level. This, in combination with the fast engagement with the clips, simplifies installation. The invention is also directed to an improved eavestrough hanger having resilient spring arms.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a molded anchor and spacer arrangement for securement of a down spout to a wall of a house or structure. The anchoring and support arrangement may comprise a block of plastic resin which is molded into a disk like configuration having a first or outer planar surface and a second or inner planar surface with a central bore extending between the first and second planar surfaces. A securement means may be disposed through the central bore to anchor the securement member to the wall. A channel is disposed across the surface of the second planar surface to permit a strap of nylon to be disposed therealong, so as to encircle the support member and a down spout disposed thereagainst.

Abstract: A trough with superimposed shield to reject leaves and allow water to enter the trough include a bracket which supports the shield and the trough and which rests on a back wall of the integral shield and trough. The front of the shield ends in a backward facing upturned curve for engaging the bracket. The front of the trough ends in a backward facing downturned curve for engaging the bracket.

Abstract: A downspout anchor formed of a U-shaped hook section and a spike section permanently joined by an angular arm unitary with the spike section. A collar formation having a through bore therethrough is formed on the angular arm for receiving the hook section, the collar being compressed with the hook section staked therein, effecting the permanent securement. The spike section is provided with opposite ends, one end being rounded for receiving impacts thereto and the opposite end is provided with a bit end, preferably a four-sided tapered portion. The angular arm is formed by forging of a portion of the spike with the angular arm, including the collar formation formed in a cavity of an upset-forging die. The hook section and the spike section are coplanar and laterally offset. The spike section is driven into the building wall without damage to the downspout being mounted.

Abstract: A gutter hanger composed of a bracket portion and an elbow portion. The bracket portion has a main body, a clip connected to a first end of the main body and a nose connected to a second end of the main body. The elbow portion has a resiliently flexible arch which is connected to the first end of the main body and terminates in a right angle flange; and has a relatively inflexible knee brace which is connected to the second end of the main body and is connected to a tangent of the arch. The right angle flange and the arch collectively form a corner which is dimensioned to abut the inside corner of the gutter where the rear wall meets the bottom wall. When installed on a gutter, the gutter hanger according to the present invention provides a secure fit with a gutter at the rear wall and the U-shaped member thereof, as would be the case with a conventional gutter bracket, but further adds bracing support via the elbow portion which fully stabilizes the gutter from wind induced wobbling.

Abstract: A quick cleaning gutter system that attaches to the fascia of a building to collect and channel water from the roof to the building base. A shelf prevents damage to the gutter system. The gutter comprises several independently rotatable channels that are supported by several fixtures. The channels form a downwardly sloping liquid flow path. Rotatable connectors seal the junctures between the channels. The channels periodically intersect downspouts that redirect the water downwardly into drains. The downspouts may also be attached to the channels by connectors to facilitate channel rotation. The downspouts may be fixed or rotatable. The fixtures comprise a bracket assembly that captivates a rotatable inner collar. Preferably, a tongue and groove captivates the collar within the bracket assembly while permitting collar rotation. The collars revolve to rotate the channels. Spaced apart actuating cables extend from selected fixtures.

Abstract: A brace for a gutter including a support which is sized and shaped to fit within a gutter, at least two ferrules and at least one fastener for each ferrule. The at least two ferrules being of a larger inner diameter than an outer diameter of said at least one fastener. The support contains at least two sets of holes, each set of holes being defined in said support. One hole is of a first size such that a fastener can pass through it but a ferrule cannot and the other hole is of a second size that both a fastener and a ferrule can pass through. The holes are parallel to each other and the centers of the holes are opposite each other. The ferrule is inserted into said hole of first size allowing the ferrule to pass through it. The fastener is inserted into the hole of second size and passes through the support into the hole of first size and through the ferrule.

Abstract: A method of making and installing a rain gutter includes the step of providing a gutter of PVC material and attaching the gutter along the eaves of a structure to collect rain water draining from the roof of the structure. A downspout connector of PVC is attached to one end of the gutter utilizing a chemical welding process such that the PVC material in the connector and gutter fuse together to form a single integral piece. The connector is formed so as to redirect water draining from the gutter to a vertical direction, to thereby enter a downspout. Support brackets for the gutters are also manufactured of PVC, and attached to the gutter utilizing the chemical welding process, such that the support brackets become an integral part of the gutter. A special clamp is utilized to connect adjacent pieces during the chemical welding process to insure that the parts are fused together to form an integrated unit.

Abstract: A pivotal rain gutter facilitates easy cleaning thereof. In one embodiment the device has a hinge assembly which is secured to a structural support. A trough is secured to the hinge assembly using a single fastener. The trough is also supported by a retaining strap which is secured to the structural support and may be engaged and disengaged from the trough. The trough may thereby be pivoted down for ease of cleaning. A pole effector facilitates engaging and disengaging of the retaining strap. A flexible downspout allows the gutter to be pivoted up and down without disconnecting the downspout.

Abstract: A hinged hanger system for pivotably attaching a rain gutter to the fascia of a building beneath the edge of a roof comprising a plurality of hinged hangers for mounting and supporting the rain gutter in a tiltable position, the hangers consisting of an "L" shaped bracket and a hinge section nestled within horizontal supports and pivotably hinged to the horizontal supports, and a pulley system with lines attached to the rain gutter for tilting the gutter to a dumping position and resetting the gutter to a receiving position.

Abstract: This invention relates to the construction of a gutter 10 for the draining of fluid, where a portion of the gutter is formed from continuous lengths of polymeric strip-like material 11. The strip like material comprises a continuously extruded thin strip of polymeric material 11 which is sufficiently resilient to allow flexing of the strip 11 about its longitudinal axis to form a substantially U shaped cross-section along its length. A plurality of brackets 18 are provided for holding a length of the flexed strip 11. The brackets 18 secure the gutter 10 to a structure and comprise a first portion 20 for securing the bracket 18 to a structure, a recess 23 for location of the flexed strip 11 therein and means 26, 27 for securing the flexed strip 11 within the recess of the bracket 18. The invention provides a convenient means of installing continuous lengths of gutter to a roof while minimizing material wastage and construction time.

Abstract: A pivotable gutter mount (14) which allows a rain gutter (10) to tilt or pivot, such that leaves, needles, dirt and other debris may be dumped out of the rain gutter (10). The gutter mount (14) comprises a generally L-shaped bracket portion (40) having a mounting leg (46) adapted for fixing to the fascia board (12) and a support leg (45) extending outwardly from the fascia board (12). A distal end of the support leg (45) is pivotally connected to a middle region of the underside of the gutter. As the pivotal connection is located under the centre of gravity, the gutter can be easily pivoted. The arrangement also affords greater flexibility in the placement of gutter mounts on the fascia board.

Abstract: A gutter bracket assembly includes a fascia bracket and a gutter bracket for rotating a gutter to effect cleaning debris therefrom. The fascia bracket including a rear panel adapted to be affixed vertically to a fascia board, a bottom panel extending from the rear panel, and a receiving portion located at an end of the bottom panel remote from the rear panel and including a first pivot member. The gutter bracket includes a frame member having a second pivot member. There is also provided a mechanism for attaching the first pivot member to the second pivot member for permitting rotation of the gutter bracket about the receiving portion of the fascia bracket so that the gutter bracket may be rotated between a first, rain-gathering position and a second, inverted position for emptying water and/or debris from the gutter. The gutter bracket includes a mechanism for securing the gutter to the frame member solely by a snap-fit of a portion of the frame about a portion of the gutter.

Abstract: An improved gutter hanger and leaf screen assembly is comprised of hangers formed with holes and grooves at their rearward ends for attachment of the hangers to the eave of a roof. The holes in the hangers are provided for the insertion of fasteners such as nails or wood screws therethrough, and the grooves are provided to position the fasteners in the holes by first inserting a tip of the fastener in the groove and sliding the fastener tip along the groove until it falls into the hole. The hangers are also provided with forwardly projecting tabs which facilitate the attachment of the leaf screen of the assembly onto the hangers and secure the rearward ends of the leaf screen on the hangers. The leaf screen of the assembly is formed with folds at its forward and rearward edges that are provided to securely hold the leaf screen on the hangers.

Abstract: A system mounting rain gutters end-to-end to a structure enabling cleaning of gutter sections by lowering a first end of a gutter section relative to a second end thereof, the system comprising a substantially U-shaped hinge member with a substantially U-shaped pivotable member connected thereto for pivotably supporting the second end of the gutter section. A wedge-shaped releasable member having a movable plate locked thereto releasably supports the first end of the gutter section.

Abstract: A clamp-on gutter holder, that removably attaches to the fascia board of a dwelling and allows the installer to temporarily position the gutter along the fascia board, align and then nail it at its desired location. Several of the devices are removably attached along the length of the fascia board at spaced intervals, and the gutter is then placed upon the devices for temporary support. After the gutter is securely nailed, the devices are removed for subsequent use by simply releasing the clamping means.

Abstract: A mounting device with a clamp and pivotal holders provides mounting to a vehicular rear-view mirror for complementary devices such as a magnification scope or a radar detection device. Hand-held mounting is provided as well.

Abstract: The present invention is a novel rotatable gutter system having end cap components which can be easily disconnected from the linear gutter element to permit its rotation to release its contents. The system includes a gutter hanger attached to the roof overhang which supports the linear element of the system and allows the element to be rotated within the hanger. The system discloses gutter lengths which have loops on the outer surface which can be grasped for rotation of the gutter. The system includes novel tools which cooperate with the linear gutter loops and the end caps to accomplish the rotation of the linear elements.

Abstract: A system is provided for converting conventionally hanger-hung gutters fixedly disposed to receive water from building roofs to a gutter system wherein the gutters are selectively movable between water receiving dispositions and overturned dispositions to facilitate dumping debris from the gutters. The system entails securing first portions of gutter mounting brackets in spaced relationship along the length of the gutter proximate the lower edge of the gutter front wall and securing a second portion of the gutter mounting brackets to the building facia while the gutters are still secured to the building by the conventional gutter hangers. A pivot pin connects the mounting bracket first and second portions to permit the selective gutter movements. Selective movement of the gutters is effected by use of a rod operated by a person standing on the ground beneath the gutters and the application of force in selected manner to the gutter.

Abstract: A prefabricated reinforcement device for aluminum rain gutters consisting of right and left arms (16) right and left legs (17) being at one end hinged to back plate (15) the other end hinged to a shoulder (18) thus device is flexible so back plate (15) may be placed against wall of gutter and shoulder may be located under gutter lip thus secured within gutter and aligned and maintained into a rigid unit with gate (19) and gate keeper (27), with spurs (30) projecting over gutter lip as guides to position ladder rails within the safe confines and be chained to safety links (25) as a safe working platform.

Abstract: An accessory for use with an existing roof gutter support, such as the conventional ferrule and spike, operates as a jack for applying lifting forces to the existing gutter support for lifting and holding it in a position whereby the gutter is maintained perpendicular to the facia board. Gutters which have sagged may thus be restored to their original and level position. The accessory is provided by a generally triangular plate, having flanges along the base and a side thereof, which forms a preferrably acute angle with the base. The flange along the side is disposed in engagement with the existing gutter support and pivots about the apex of the base and side to jack up and lift the existing support or maintain it in level position. The lifting forces are applied when the base of the plate is tilted with the aid of an adjustable jack screw which extends there through its flange into the facia board and draws the base toward the facia board.

Abstract: A hinged support assembly for mounting a swinging and dumping type rain gutter beneath the eaves on the fascia boards. The support comprises a bracket component and a wraparound hanger component mounting the gutters between an operative position wherein they underlie the eaves and an inverted position wherein they discharge their contents and are subject to washing by means of a hose. The support assembly is applicable for use with all of the usual gutter arrangements.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a rain gutter system comprising a gutter including an outer portion which, when in use, extends vertically and an inner portion which is located in spaced parallel relation to the outer portion and which includes an inner part which, when in use, extends vertically, and a support bracket including a rigid base portion which is adapted to be fixed to a structure and which, when in use, extends vertically, a rigid arm extending outwardly from the base portion and including an outer end engaged with the outer portion of the gutter, and means on the gutter and on the bracket for supporting the inner portion of the gutter from the bracket in response to upward arcuate movement of the gutter about a fulcrum provided by the engagement of the outer portion of the gutter and the arm.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fascia angle adapter for an eavestroughing system wherein the fascia angle adapter allows for supporting of an eavestrough hanger or other support fitting at different angles relative to a fascia board. The adapter is placed intermediate the hanger and the fascia board. The adapter has a base member having a fascia engaging surface, a top port for securing of the adapter to a fascia board, and an eccentric cam supported by the base member and movable with respect thereto whereby the cam can be moved to various positions such that the exterior surface of the cam is spaced a different distance from the fascia engaging surface. The cam member is preferably rotatably supported within the base member and has a number of planar surfaces about the periphery of the cam for defining, in cooperation with the base member, predetermined angles for known angled fascia.

Abstract: A device 12 is provided for hangingly supporting a rainwater gutter 10 which has inturned top edges 20, 22. The device comprises a bracket 24 and a support member 42 pivotally attached thereto. The support member has opposite ends 48 which locate under the inturned top edges of the gutter when the member is pivoted to a predetermined position relative to the bracket.

Abstract: The eavestroughing system uses hidden hooks in combination with a particular evestrough which allows the effective placement of a leaf screen within the eavestroughing system. The leaf screen is engaged either side thereof in a simple manner, allowing convenient ease of insertion of the screen within the eavestroughing system and in a predetermined orientation. The eavestrough section cooperates with the hanger to provide support for the screen adjacent a forward edge of the screen and also serves to hide the forward edge of the screen within the eavestrough section. The preferred orientation of the screen advantageously is disposed at a downwardly extending angle to the forward edge of the eavestrough to encourage the movement of debris across the screen towards the forward edge where it can easily be removed by the end user and/or removed by natural causes. This natural tendency to move the debris across the screen reduces accumulation of debris on the screen.

Abstract: An eavestrough fitting according to the present invention comprises a body portion of a shape generally corresponding to the eavestrough to be axially received therein, with a fitting on the interior surface including an abutment member positioned to limit the extent to which an eavestrough is axially inserted within the fitting. Retaining tabs extend above and project outwardly from the abutment member and define a slot like opening between the retaining tabs and interior surface of the fitting into which an end portion of the eavestrough is inserted and retained. A sealing arrangement is moulded to the fitting on the interior surface of the fitting in front of the retaining tabs and forms an effective seal between the lower surface of the eavestrough and the eavestrough fitting. This fitting allows for an effective method of joining lengths of eavestrough, whether they be symmetrical or nonsymmetrical, and positively retain the eavestrough within the fitting.

Abstract: A plurality of spaced brackets each has mutually perpendicular first and second legs with a lip upstanding from the end of one of the legs. A third leg extends from the upstanding second leg parallel to the first leg and overhangs the first leg. A bracket mounting flange extends from the end of the third leg for securing the bracket to the face of a fascia board, the first, second and third legs being beneath the soffit region. The lip and legs are so dimensioned and spaced to releaseably secure a standard K-gutter thereto without additional fasteners. The gutter is partially under the soffit. A sheet layer has an edge beneath the shingles and curves around in front of and below the fascia above the gutter mouth forming a relatively small entrance region with the gutter. The apex of the curve extends beyond the gutter so that debris carried by water run off falls to the ground while the run off flows around the layer into the gutter.

Abstract: A support and mounting bracket is provided for rain gutters having an exposed side and a mounting side, the mounting side having formed at the upper end an L-shaped lip with a horizontal surface and a vertical surface. The support and mounting bracket comprises an elongate, slender and substantially straight body portion which terminates at an outer end portion with at least a lower ramping surface which aids in the installation of the bracket into a rain gutter, the inner end portion being also configured for fitting within the lip of the rain gutter so as to support the exposed side of the rain gutter. The body of the bracket terminates at an inner end portion having a hooked region into which an upper edge of the mounting side of the rain gutter fits upwardly, such inner end region being formed with a downwardly and outwardly inclined aperture through which an elongate attachment, such as a nail or a screw, can be installed to mount the rain gutter to a facia plate or the like.