Gutter supporting device

Abstract

Disclosed is a device to support a gutter that is extending along a roof fascia. The device includes a vertical support portion, an upper forward portion, a horizontal support portion, and an aperture. The vertical support portion is adapted to support the exterior surface of the gutter. The vertical support portion includes a proximal end and a distal end. The upper forward portion is extending from the proximal end of the vertical support portion adapted to retain a top inner portion of the gutter. The horizontal support portion is extending from the distal end of the vertical support portion adapted to support an underside portion of the gutter. The aperture is defined in the vertical support portion to receive a screw to positionally affix the vertical support portion with respect to the gutter.

That which is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A device to support a gutter that is extending along a roof fascia, comprising:
 a vertical support portion adapted to support an exterior surface of the gutter, wherein the vertical support portion comprises a proximal end, and a distal end;   an upper forward portion extending from the proximal end of the vertical support portion adapted to retain a top inner portion of the gutter;   a horizontal support portion extending from the distal end of the vertical support portion adapted to support an underside portion of the gutter; and   an aperture defined in the vertical portion to receive a screw to positionally affix the vertical portion with respect to the gutter.   
     
     
         2 . The device according to  claim 1 , wherein the vertical support portion has a length of about 5¼ inches. 
     
     
         3 . The device according to  claim 1 , wherein the upper forward portion extends about ½ inches to ¾ inches from the proximal end of the vertical support portion. 
     
     
         4 . The device according to  claim 1 , wherein the upper forward portion is inclined downward at an angle of about 45 degrees from the proximal end of the vertical support portion. 
     
     
         5 . The device according to  claim 1 , wherein the upper forward portion slidingly engages the top inner portion of the gutter and includes a radial connection to the vertical support portion comprising a minimum radius equal to or exceeding a material thickness of the horizontal support portion. 
     
     
         6 . The device according to  claim 1 , wherein the horizontal support portion has a length of about 2½ inches. 
     
     
         7 . The device according to  claim 1 , wherein the horizontal support portion is positioned at about 90 degrees from the distal end of the vertical support portion. 
     
     
         8 . The device according to  claim 1 , wherein the vertical support portion, the upper forward portion, and the horizontal support portion have a thickness of about ⅛ inches. 
     
     
         9 . The device according to  claim 1 , wherein the vertical support portion, the upper forward portion, and the horizontal support portion have a width of about 2 inches. 
     
     
         10 . The device according to  claim 1 , wherein the vertical support portion, the upper forward portion, and the horizontal support portion are arranged in a T-shape form. 
     
     
         11 . The device according to  claim 1 , wherein the vertical support portion, the upper forward portion, and the horizontal support portion are constructed from one or more of: a metal, and an alloy to provide strength, stability, and durability. 
     
     
         12 . The device according to  claim 1 , wherein the aperture is adaptable to receive the screw that has a dimension of about 5 to 6 inches. 
     
     
         13 . A device for use with a roof fascia for supporting a gutter, comprising:
 a vertical support portion adapted to securely support an exterior surface of the gutter, wherein the vertical support portion comprises a proximal end and a distal end;   an upper forward portion extending from the proximal end of the vertical support portion, the upper forward portion configured to retain and guide a top inner portion of the gutter; and   a horizontal support portion extending from the distal end of the vertical support portion, wherein the horizontal support portion is configured to provide support to an underside portion of the gutter, wherein the vertical support portion, the upper forward portion, and the horizontal support portion are coated with a weather-resistant material to protect against corrosion and environmental wear.   
     
     
         14 . The device according to  claim 13 , comprises an aperture that is defined in the vertical support portion to receive and engage a screw for securing the vertical support portion with respect to the gutter. 
     
     
         15 . The device according to  claim 14 , wherein the aperture includes a threaded bore to securely engage with the screw and prevent loosening due to one or more external events. 
     
     
         16 . The device according to  claim 13 , wherein the horizontal support portion comprises one or more of a ribbed surface and a textured surface to enhance a grip and stability between the device and the underside portion of the gutter. 
     
     
         17 . The device according to  claim 13 , wherein the horizontal support portion comprises a flat surface for evenly distributing the weight of the gutter and facilitating efficient water drainage. 
     
     
         18 . The device according to  claim 13 , wherein the upper forward portion is inclined downward at an angle of about 45 degrees from the proximal end of the vertical support portion. 
     
     
         19 . The device according to  claim 13 , wherein the vertical support portion has a length of about 5¼ inches, and the horizontal support portion has a length of about 2½ inches. 
     
     
         20 . The device according to  claim 13 , wherein the vertical support portion, the upper forward portion, and the horizontal support portion have a thickness of about ⅛ inches and a width of about 2 inches.