Plan and Measure Downspout Placement
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Makes for easy cleaning down the road if necessary
What happens here
Before making any cuts, carefully measure the existing downspout to determine the ideal placement for the 'Y' cleanout. It should be positioned low enough to be easily accessible for maintenance, typically near ground level, but high enough to allow the downspout to properly connect to any underground drainage or splash blocks. Mark the sections of the downspout that need to be removed to accommodate the 'Y' fitting, ensuring the overall height remains correct.
Goal: Determine the precise location and size of the downspout section to be removed
Tools and materials
- Marker — Marking the cut lines on the downspout
- Measuring Tape — Precisely measuring the downspout sections for cutting