This is the most labor intensive part of the project but it s smooth sailing after.
Installing gutter pop ups.
Dig a trench from the catch basin to a curb creek alley or other area where the runoff water can easily drain.
Your soil doesn t drain well.
If you need to improve your downspout drainage consider installing a pop up emitter.
Apply silicone caulk at the drain and teflon tape at the extension piece to seal the drain tube.
Next turn the drain body to the rear as this will then line it up with the pop up linkage.
Pop up drains are available in an assortment of brands and sizes and package directions will provide details to aid your decision.
Your gutter design drains too much water into.
This affordable diy project won t take longer than an afternoon for even an inexperienced do it yourselfer.
Here are the steps to installing a pop up gutter drain system.
You have grading issues that impede the flow of water away from the house.
Dig a hole underneath your gutter downspout and place a catch basin in the hole.