Use this downspout extension to divert water away from the foundation or connect to drainage pipe and catch basin to control drainage.
Gutter trench drain.
A patented trench drain system consisting of pre sloped and neutral channels.
The flexible design easily bends and holds its shape and can be extended from 25 in.
It s typically done in three phases.
You ll also need at least 3 in.
Dura slope offers versatility and easy installation featuring interlocking joints that snap together.
Assuming your lot isn t shaped like a large salad bowl with the house at the bottom center look for a spot that s lower than the house to drain the excess water.
This ledge must be the right width and it must be co planar meaning the same elevation more on this when we discuss the actual forming.
Simply cut your gutter extender at a 45 degree angle and connect it to your downspout with the zip hinge and 8 screws.
When i thought i was done digging the trench i used an 8 foot long 2x4 and a level to make sure there was some slope to the bottom of my trench.
Lay out the trench photo by smith baer.
This linear drain system is also finding use in shallow trench drain applications such as elevated decks balconies rooftop pools and patios.
Something that can be very damaging to the foundation of a home is exterior water.
To keep the french drain free of dirt silt and tree roots lay water permeable filter fabric or weed barrier over the gravel bedding in the trench.
The process to install underground gutter drainage to move water away from the foundation of a home also known as a french drain.
Of crushed rock to add to the bottom of the trench to promote water absorption.
This narrow trench drain system is useful for when a low profile trench drain is desired but access for cleaning the trench is still required.
Route the water into a storm drain or dry well.
4 pour the gravel bedding.
Featuring durable vinyl construction this extension can be buried bent or connected to additional sections.
Speak with your plumber about installing a sump pump which directs water away from your home to a nearby storm drain.
I laid the 2x4 flat on the bottom of the trench placed the level on the 2x4 and every 5 10 feet worked my way from the alley to the house checking the level as i went.
Use a string and 1x2 stakes to lay out the trench.
Leave the filter fabric open with at least 10 inches of excess fabric at the sides.
The grate seat is the ledge where the grate sits to keep it from falling into the trench.
Digging the trench laying the pipe and backfilling with soil.
Installing drainage pipe is a straightforward job that any homeowner can handle.
A gutter s purpose is to move water from a roof to the desired location but usually this is right by the foundation of a home.
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Read on to learn how to expend your downspout in 10 steps.
This size trench drain system is typically used in patios pool decks residential projects and other commercial projects where a low profile is desired.
