Gutter Down Spout Into Drain Pipe

Featuring durable plastic construction this extension can be buried bent or connected to additional sections.

Gutter down spout into drain pipe.

Twice in the fall and before spring. Debris flowing down a downspout drain that has been foolishly connected to the building foundation drain system can block that drain leading to basement flooding from either. Check to see if water and debris come out the other end of the pipe. Use this downspout extension to divert water away from the foundation or connect to drainage pipe and catch basin to control drainage.

Also check and repair berms and ditches as necessary. Don t glue this joint. 10 gutter and downspout runoff tips. Gently insert the downspout adapter and reducer assembly into the pipe protruding from the elbow after slipping the adapter onto the downspout.

This flexible downspout extension easily bends and holds its shape and can be extended from 25 55 in. Then proceed down the trench to the first turn lay in a 90 degree elbow and cut a length of pipe to fit between it and the assembly at the downspout. There are many things you can do to improve the effectiveness of your gutters. Inspect clear out your gutters regularly.

Here are 10 things to take into account when trying to improve your water drainage and runoff. Debris flowing down the downspout drain leaves from gutters can block floor drains or even the main building sewer line leading to sewage backups into the structure. Turn on a garden hose to its most powerful setting and run water through the drain pipe.