A downspout clog is usually small but its symptoms are loud. Learn the 7 signs of a clogged downspout, the 2-minute ground-level diagnosis that locates the blockage, how to tell an aboveground clog from an underground drain problem, and safe ways to clear it without damaging the pipe.
Browsing: Roof & Gutters
Practical guides for roof maintenance, gutter cleaning, drainage problems, warning signs, and professional service decisions.
Twice a year is the starting point, not the rule. Use this decision table to find your gutter cleaning schedule by trees, climate, and guards — plus the seasonal calendar, guard intervals, and the 10-minute storm check.
Downspouts should discharge roof water 4-6 feet from the foundation at minimum, 8-10 feet for most homes, and 10+ feet for buried lines. This guide covers the numbers, how to measure, the grading rule that makes distance work, and which extension fits your soil.
Gutters overflow in heavy rain when water arrives faster than the system can drain it. Use this diagnostic guide — symptom, cause, test, fix — to find your real problem before you buy anything.
Keep rainwater moving away from your home with this practical gutter maintenance guide — a seasonal calendar, symptom-to-fix table, safe DIY steps, and clear guidance on when to call a professional.