Downspouts
Downspout Installation That Sends Water Away From Your Foundation
Gutters only collect water. Downspouts decide where it goes. Undersized, poorly placed, or missing downspouts are the most common flaw we find in existing systems, and they're why so many 'gutter problems' are actually pooling-water problems.
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We size downspouts to your roof's actual water load (roughly one for every 35 feet of gutter run), place them where the grade carries water away, and extend them so discharge lands feet from the foundation, not against it.
What's included
- 2"x3" and oversized 3"x4" downspouts, color-matched
- Placement planned around grading and walkways
- Splash blocks or buried extensions to move discharge away
- Replacement of crushed, detached, or rusted spouts
- Added capacity for overflow corners on existing systems
Downspouts are included and sized correctly in every new install. Standalone replacements and additions typically run $85–$200 per downspout depending on height and size.
Common questions
›How many downspouts does my house need?
The rule of thumb is one per 35 feet of gutter run, minimum two per home, but roof shape matters. Long back runs and inside corners often need an extra spout even when the math says otherwise.
›Where should downspouts discharge?
At least 3–4 feet from the foundation, onto grade that slopes away. If your lot doesn't cooperate, buried extensions or pop-up emitters move the water where it needs to go. We install both.
›Why does water pool next to my house even with gutters?
Nine times out of ten the downspout dumps right at the foundation, or the splash block is missing or aimed wrong. It's one of the cheapest fixes with the biggest payoff in preventing basement moisture.
›What's the advantage of 3"x4" downspouts?
Double the capacity of a standard 2×3, and much harder to clog with leaves and sticks. We recommend them for big roofs, homes under heavy trees, and anywhere a single spout drains a long run.
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