Protect your home from costly water damage with professional downspout repair and installation services.

When downspouts become clogged, damaged, or poorly positioned, water can pool around your foundation, leading to erosion, leaks, and structural issues. Our team specializes in diagnosing drainage problems and delivering reliable solutions—from targeted repairs to full downspout replacements—designed to keep water flowing safely away from your home.

If you need local downspout services, give us a call today at (801) 508-4930 for a free quote.

Common Downspout Issues

Clogs and Blockages

Leaves, debris, and roofing granules can build up inside downspouts, restricting water flow and causing overflow. This often leads to water spilling near the foundation instead of being directed away from the home.

Detached or Loose Downspouts

Over time, fasteners can loosen or sections can pull away from the home due to weather, weight, or improper installation. Detached downspouts can’t effectively carry water away, increasing the risk of siding and foundation damage.

Wrong Size or Poor Placement

Downspouts that are too short or narrow, poorly positioned, or not connected to proper extensions can cause water to pool near the base of your home. This can lead to erosion, basement leaks, and landscaping damage.

Insufficient Downspout Capacity

Homes with too few downspouts or undersized systems may struggle to handle heavy rainfall, causing gutters to overflow even if they’re otherwise in good condition.

Cracks, Leaks or Corrosion

Older or damaged downspouts may develop cracks, holes, or rust, allowing water to escape before it reaches the ground. This reduces efficiency and can create hidden moisture problems along your home’s exterior.

Signs that You Need Downspout Repair or Replacement

downspout installation

If you notice any of the following you should have your downspouts evaluated for repair or replacement: 

  • Water pooling near the foundation of your home underneath downspouts
  • Overflowing gutters during rainstorms
  • Visible clogs or slow drainage
  • Cracks, holes, or rust spots
  • Water stains or streaking on siding
  • Water stains or streaking on siding

The points above are just a few indicators that you may have a problem with your downspouts. Give us a call at (801) 508-4930 for a free downspout assessment and quote.

Salt Lake County Service Areas

  • Salt Lake City

  • Cottonwood Heights

  • Bluffdale

  • Holladay

  • South Salt Lake

  • Sandy

  • Draper

  • Riverton

  • Herriman

  • South Jordan

  • Millcreek

  • Murray

  • Taylorsville

  • West Jordan

  • Midvale

Frequently Asked Questions

Fixing downspout runoff starts with extending the drainage path away from your home. By adding a PVC or metal downspout extension to the bottom of your existing system, you can guide water at least 3–5 feet away from your foundation. This simple upgrade helps prevent pooling, erosion, and potential water damage by ensuring roof runoff is safely directed away from your home.

The lifespan of a downspout should generally match the rest of your gutter system, if they were installed at the same time and are made of the same materials. Vinyl downspouts have a lifespan that is shorter than metal alternatives (typically around 10 years) while aluminum downspouts can last as long as 20 years.

Downspouts should be spaced approximately every 30 feet along your gutter system. If you have long stretches that exceed more than 35 feet without a downspout your gutter system is likely not working properly to shed water away from your home.

Like the rest of your gutter system, it’s typically recommended to flush out your downspouts twice a year in the spring and the fall. It may also be necessary to clean your downspouts if you notice signs of clogs or blockages.

There a few options that can be used as an alternative to standard downspouts. Some of them include rain chains, rain barrels, french drains, and copper pipes. What is best depends on the use case and the aesthetic you are looking for.

Give us a call today at (801) 508-4930 to request a free downspout service quote or by clicking on the button below.