HOW DO YOU DETERMINE THE BEST GUTTER DOWNSPOUT PLACEMENT?

Don’t underestimate the power of a properly placed downspout. While they might seem like a simple addition to your gutter system, their position is crucial for protecting your home’s foundation. Our experienced contractors take care when determining downspout placement to ensure they efficiently channel rainwater away from your house.

Strategic positioning minimizes the risk of water pooling around your foundation, which can lead to leaks, cracks, and basement flooding. You can count on us to consider the size and slope of your roof, the location of your drainage system, and the overall grade of your landscaping to make sure your downspouts work effectively.

WHAT’S THE PROCESS FOR ATTACHING A DOWNSPOUT TO A GUTTER?

Once we’ve determined the correct positioning for optimal downspout function, it’s time to attach it to your gutter. Our process involves cutting a hole in your gutter wall, making sure this hole aligns with your downspout’s planned path, and then securing your downspout outlet (the piece that connects directly to your gutter).

Next, we connect your downspout sections by sliding them together. Some systems have a snap-lock assembly, while others require specialized sealants. When your downspout needs to navigate corners or extend further away from your house, we use elbows and extension pieces to facilitate these transitions.

WHY SHOULD YOU LEAVE A SPACE WHEN INSTALLING DOWNSPOUT STRAPS?

When we install your downspout straps to secure it to the exterior of your home, we leave a slight space (typically an inch) to maintain optimal clearance between your new spout and your walls. This air gap allows water to flow down the pipe and prevents moisture buildup behind your gutter’s drainage system.

Don’t Hesitate; Book Apply Contracting Ltd Now for Downspout Installation

It is essential that water flows away from a building. If not, you run the risk of a basement and lower-level flooding. Rather than take matters into your own hands or turn to a handyman service that doesn’t specialize in gutters and downspouts, your best move is to call Apply Contracting Ltd. We are dedicated to protecting your property’s exterior, foundation, walls, and landscaping from the damaging effects of heavy rains improperly drained from the roof.

The Importance of Well-Functioning Downspouts

To many property owners, downspouts are often considered a simple attachment to the gutter, but overlooking their importance is a risky business. If you see water running down your exterior walls during rain or melt season, that is highly problematic. If you see water pooling at the base of your downspout, that too is a serious issue. In both instances, immediate attention is required before damage occurs that will cost highly in both time and money to repair.

Apply Contracting Ltd’S Downspout Installation Services

Many problematic downspouts were installed by the previous owner themselves in an attempt at do-it-yourself projects. We see this time and again. Or perhaps they are worn out or damaged due to age and years of wear and tear. Regardless, our downspout installation company will remove all concerns with our precision, knowledge, and skill. We have all the proper tools and parts, plus the experience to solve every gutter and downspout issue. Our downspout installation services are second to none and fully comprehensive. These include but are not limited to:

• Downspout repair: paint touch-ups reworking the elbow/splash pad/strap.
• Downspout relocation
• Downspout replacement
• Expertise with every facet of the eavestrough in its entirety: soffits, fascia, gutter, siding, roofing.

• Downspout maintenance via bi-annual inspections and cleanings
• New downspout additions and accessories
• Removal of dysfunctional downspouts and accessories
• Downspout extension installation

CAN YOU CHANGE THE LOCATION OF A DOWNSPOUT?

Do you want to change the location of a downspout and reroute water in another direction? Our team can help. We’ll review options for a new downspout placement and help you select a location that prevents water from affecting your property’s safety, value, and longevity.

Whether you want to move your gutter’s drainpipe a few centimeters or a more sizable distance, we provide solutions that help you avoid worrying about the damaging effects of water runoff.

WHAT BENEFITS DO DOWNSPOUT EXTENSIONS PROVIDE?

A downspout extension is an add-on piece for your gutter system that functions like an extended spout. It attaches to the bottom of your existing downspout, lengthening its reach. This addition directs rainwater further away from your home’s foundation.

Made from materials like aluminum or vinyl, downspout extensions come in various lengths and can be connected to achieve your desired distance. They offer a quick and easy installation and are a cost-effective way to safeguard your foundation from water damage caused by water pooling around your house.

CAN YOU CONNECT A GUTTER DOWNSPOUT TO A FRENCH DRAIN?

Yes. Upon your request, we’ll connect your gutter downspout to your French drain. This works best when your drain is lower than your home’s foundation since this ensures proper drainage and prevents water from flowing back toward your house.

Skilled Downspout Company

Our confidence that no other downspout installation company can match our skill, customer service, and pricing comes from our longstanding success. Trust our trained professionals to know the ideal placement for all your downspouts and to streamline them to seemingly disappear into your building’s façade. We will leave you not only with the exact look you want, but also prevent you from the nightmares of indoor flooding, water damage, and mold and mildew. Schedule a no-commitment consultation with us. You may be surprised to find that no job is too big or too small!