What are the alternatives to underground or buried downspouts?

• <div><p>If you want to avoid burying your downspouts, several alternatives can help direct water away from your home's foundation. One option is to connect a rain barrel to your downspout. During a storm, the barrel collects water that you can later use for irrigating your lawn or garden. Another common solution is to install an above-ground downspout extension. This can be done in a couple of ways:</p><ul><li><p><b>Splash Guards:</b> Placing a splash guard, available at most hardware stores, under your downspout can act as a simple funnel to direct water away from the house.</p></li><li><p><b>Downspout Extensions:</b> You can add an extension to the end of the downspout's elbow to carry water further into your yard. Some extensions are flexible, allowing you to maneuver them around landscaping.</p></li></ul><p>These above-ground solutions are particularly useful if your home has a slab foundation that you cannot dig up. However, they have limitations. An extension may not move water as far from your home as an underground system. More importantly, if your yard slopes back toward your house, these methods will be ineffective, and burying your downspouts remains the best option to prevent potential flooding and water damage.</p></div>

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Q: How do I maintain galvanized gutters?

• <div><p>Regular cleaning, applying rust-resistant coatings, and checking for leaks help extend their lifespan.</p></div>

Q: How do you get shingle granules out of gutters?

• <div><p>Shingle granules can be cleaned out of gutters using a small scoop or a hose, depending on the quantity of granules and how much other debris is in your gutters. First, clear your gutters of leaves and other debris. This may remove granules in the gutters if they are mixed in with the debris. Use a plastic scoop to remove larger quantities of granules or a hose with a high-powered nozzle for smaller amounts, and collect and dispose of the granules once they&rsquo;ve been removed.</p></div>

Q: Can I prevent my gutter downspouts from clogging?

• <div><p>Installing a leaf protection system that keeps leaves and pine needles out of your gutter downspout is the best way to prevent clogs. Additionally, you may want to remove any trees or branches that are hanging over your downspouts to prevent leaves and branches from making their way into your gutter system. Of course, routine <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tools-keep-gutter-downspouts-clean.htm">downspout cleaning</a> and inspection can also help you stay ahead of clogs that create water damage at your home.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain copper gutters?

• <div><p>Regularly clean debris, check for leaks at seams, and ensure proper drainage to prevent clogging and water damage.</p></div>

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Excellent work. They were able to reach very high windows both inside and outside. They cleaned the glass doors also—even in the garage. They wiped down the sills, removed and dusted/cleaned the screens and the garage windows were very dirty with bugs and such —they cleaned it all. We are...
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Reviewed in October 2024
Handyman John and assistant John did an amazing job with cleaning and securing our rain gutters. Our toilet replacement went flawlessly! I will definitely be using their services again!
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Reviewed in January 2023
These guys are great and helped me with grout cleaning on one of my air bnbs. Highly recommend.
The Grout Medic of Southern/Metro Denver
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My wife and I have been using Luciana's cleaning service for about 6 months for our AirBNB. They clean and turn over linens between guest visits and always do a fantastic job. Luciana and her husband Kip are super responsive and always go the extra mile to accommodate. They have helped us...
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Reviewed in October 2022
They are always on time and clean very well for us. Highly recommend.
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Very good work. Would hire again and again. Squeaky clean.
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Reviewed in May 2022
Melanie always does an excellent job. She has cleaned for me several times. She is always punctual and and gets the job done in a timely manner. We use her services all the time and will continue to do so!! 5 stars!
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Reviewed in May 2022
Tommy and his crew did an outstanding job replacing my 25 YO roof and gutters. I especially like how the crew left my yard cleaner then when they showed up. They also got the work done efficiently and timely which allowed me time in the day. I would definitely call on them to do my garage in the...
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Reviewed in July 2021
This company did an excellent job replacing rotten wood on my home, painting the aluminum siding and wood, and installing the new gutters with covers. Peter was amazing and his staff very relatable. They cleaned up everyday (3 day job) and my 35 year old house looks new!! My neighbors are...
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Reviewed in July 2021
It went pretty well. The guy came back and cleaned my window and did some deep cleaning in my house. It looks awesome. They were really nice and social.
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Started Turf Dog Landscaping in 2024 to provide reliable, high-quality lawn care. I focus on clean work, sharp edges, and showing up on time. Every yard is treated with pride and done right the first time. God Bless you all looking to provide great service. Business cell (804)6949887

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I am an Ex food industry worker that was fed up with the grind and hustle. I have started cleaning houses, gutters, junk removal, yards, move ins and outs. That’s just the tip of the iceberg. My dream is to make this my full time job to help take care of my wife and kids.

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Gutter Cleaning questions, answered by experts

If you want to avoid burying your downspouts, several alternatives can help direct water away from your home's foundation. One option is to connect a rain barrel to your downspout. During a storm, the barrel collects water that you can later use for irrigating your lawn or garden. Another common solution is to install an above-ground downspout extension. This can be done in a couple of ways:

Splash Guards: Placing a splash guard, available at most hardware stores, under your downspout can act as a simple funnel to direct water away from the house.
Downspout Extensions: You can add an extension to the end of the downspout's elbow to carry water further into your yard. Some extensions are flexible, allowing you to maneuver them around landscaping.

These above-ground solutions are particularly useful if your home has a slab foundation that you cannot dig up. However, they have limitations. An extension may not move water as far from your home as an underground system. More importantly, if your yard slopes back toward your house, these methods will be ineffective, and burying your downspouts remains the best option to prevent potential flooding and water damage.

Regular cleaning, applying rust-resistant coatings, and checking for leaks help extend their lifespan.

Shingle granules can be cleaned out of gutters using a small scoop or a hose, depending on the quantity of granules and how much other debris is in your gutters. First, clear your gutters of leaves and other debris. This may remove granules in the gutters if they are mixed in with the debris. Use a plastic scoop to remove larger quantities of granules or a hose with a high-powered nozzle for smaller amounts, and collect and dispose of the granules once they’ve been removed.

Installing a leaf protection system that keeps leaves and pine needles out of your gutter downspout is the best way to prevent clogs. Additionally, you may want to remove any trees or branches that are hanging over your downspouts to prevent leaves and branches from making their way into your gutter system. Of course, routine downspout cleaning and inspection can also help you stay ahead of clogs that create water damage at your home.

Regularly clean debris, check for leaks at seams, and ensure proper drainage to prevent clogging and water damage.

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