How Do You Install Downspout Extensions

Gutter downspouts should extend a minimum of four feet away from the house; however, they may need to extend much further depending on your soil, the slope of your house and local buildings codes.

How far should my downspouts extend from house?

Gutter downspouts should extend a minimum of four feet away from the house; however, they may need to extend much further depending on your soil, the slope of your house and local buildings codes.

How do I connect one downspout to another?

  1. Measure the height the downspout covers. …
  2. Cut one section of downspout to custom-fit the length to your house. …
  3. Crimp the circumference of the upper piece of downspout where it will connect with the lower piece.
Sophia Al-Mansoor

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