Downspout Drain Lines and Extensions
Bury your downspouts and send roof water far from the foundation to a safe discharge.
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Downspout Drain Lines done right.
A single downspout can deliver thousands of gallons in a rainy season. When it empties at the foundation, that water soaks into the soil next to your walls, erodes beds and feeds basement leaks.
We connect downspouts to solid, buried pipe that runs to a pop-up emitter, a dry well or a catch basin well away from the house, so the roof stops being the source of your wet yard.
What you get.
Moves water away
Roof runoff leaves the foundation zone entirely.
Hidden and tidy
Buried pipe removes tripping hazards and ugly splash blocks.
Protects landscaping
No more washed-out beds under the downspouts.
Works with other drains
Lines can join a basin, French drain or dry well.
Before and after: downspout at the foundation
Before AfterIllustrative visual. Drag the handle to compare.
How we do it.
A clear sequence from first look to final walkthrough.
- 1
Review the roof and layout
We count downspouts and find outlets.
- 2
Plan pipe runs
Slope and routing are set to avoid utilities.
- 3
Trench and connect
Solid pipe, fittings and cleanouts go in.
- 4
Finish the outlet
A pop-up emitter, basin or dry well completes the line.
Often paired with this.
YardCatch BasinsA grated collection box set at the low point so pooled water has somewhere to go.Learn more 
YardDry WellsAn underground storage pit that holds storm water and releases it slowly into the soil.Learn more 
YardFoundation DrainageExterior drains at the base of the foundation that relieve water pressure against your walls.Learn more 
YardYard DrainageOne honest plan for every wet spot: the right mix of drains, grading and outlets for your lot.Learn more Guides on this topic.
Yard & Property DrainageDownspout Drainage Ideas That Actually WorkFrom extensions to buried lines, pop-up emitters and dry wells.
Yard & Property DrainageHow Much Water Does Your Roof Shed?A simple formula for roof and paving runoff, with real numbers.Yard & Property DrainageDrainage Around Your FoundationWhy water collects at the foundation and the layered fixes that protect it.Downspout Drains FAQ.
How far should a downspout discharge from the house?
As far as the lot allows, commonly at least five to ten feet. A buried line can carry water much farther.
Can downspouts drain to the sewer?
No. Roof water should not be connected to the sanitary sewer.
Will the pop-up emitter clog?
It is designed to open under flow. Keep leaves from collecting and flush occasionally.
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