Gutter Downspout Over Sidewalk

This could involve something as simple and inexpensive as installing rain barrels or it could be a more in depth approach such as running your drainage under your hardscape.

Gutter downspout over sidewalk.

Metal or vinyl downspouts this versatile downspout has a lifetime guarantee. This durable downspout is maintenance free and has uv stabilizers to help prevent uv light degradation. One of the corrugated tubes has a dip in the middle of the run which isn t ideal but otherwise during the summer this configuration works decently for the time being. Currently for each gutter corrugated tubing is run underground under the sidewalk for approximately 20 feet where it discharges out the side of the hill approximately 18 inches lower than where it began it s not a steep hill.

Use the downspout to redirect runoff and help prevent garden erosion and foundation damage. Many times the roof design of the house requires a downspout in an inconvenient location. If that water isn t carried far enough away from the house you risk damage to your foundation or basement. In colder climates water from gutters draining onto a sidewalk entranceway can be dangerous as the water will freeze making a slip and fall hazard.

Sidewalks patios and driveways pose special problems for gutter drainage. Rain gutters play an essential role in collecting roof runoff during a storm. Compatible with 2 in. More product details close.

If you need to move the downspout on a gutter you ll need four quarter inch screws some polyurethane sealant a pre fabricated pipe band and a standard raz.