Burying Gutter Drain

Remove the guard at the other end of the drain pipe if there is one.

Burying gutter drain.

Step 4 dig a trench. We researched how long and deep the trench should be. Some visual clues that indicate a clogged buried downspout drain line include. Pull the underground drain which is often a black corrugated plastic pipe away from the end of the downspout.

Soil was areas visible around the top of the buried drain line water flowing out over the top of the buried drain line during heavy rain water stains moisture leaks or actual water entry inside the building originating. Inspect the ground above the buried downspout after the first two or three substantial rainfalls. The flexible design easily bends and holds its shape and can be extended from 25 in. Use a garden spade to cut.

The water simply drains into the ground at the end of the underground downspouts. Disconnect the gutter downspout from where it connects to the drain pipe. You can also hire a professional to tap into an underground drainage system if you have one installed on your. How to bury a gutter downspout.

I wanted a good way to get rainwater from the roof as far away from the house as possible. Use this downspout extension to divert water away from the foundation or connect to drainage pipe and catch basin to control drainage. Dig a trench along the desired route of the drain pipe. Step 2 plan around cables and pipes.

Contact the building inspections department to find out about the storm water regulations for your area. Step 1 check storm water regulations. Check to see if water and debris come out the other end of the pipe. And the length is how long you want it but far enough away from the building we decided we did not want less than 5 feet.

Place the end of a plumber s auger also known as a snake into the underground. Before installing gutters rainwater from the roof fell to the ground and didn t flow anywhere before soaking in to the soil hence large spring rains lead to water in the basement. Map your downspout burial route check local rules for drainage regulations and contact your local utility offices before you dig. Step 5 assemble the drain.

Dig a trench about 6 inches wider than the drain pipe you plan to bury and dig the hole deep enough so that the. First thing first dig a trench. We found that the trench needs to be 10 12 inches deep with about a 2 inch slope.