Downspout Extensions

Downspout Extension Systems

Water pooling around your home’s foundation can lead to serious structural issues, including cracks, leaks, and basement flooding. That’s a lot of water.Helitech, a trusted name since 1987, addresses this problem with effective downspout extensions that redirect rainwater away from your foundation, keeping your home safe and dry.

Downspout extensions, or diverters, are designed to guide water at least 4 feet away from your home. Helitech professionals install custom systems, including buried drain pipes, that ensure water is directed to a safer location. Trust Helitech to protect your home with effective and permanent drainage solutions.

Avoid a Wet Basement with Downspout Extensions

With a 2,000-square-foot roof producing nearly 1,250 gallons of water per inch of rain, your gutters need to handle large volumes of water effectively. Without proper drainage, your home is at serious risk for water damage, including foundation issues, leaks, and basement flooding. Installing downspout extensions helps direct rainwater away from your home, protecting your foundation and preventing costly repairs.

To keep your drainage system working properly, there are two essential steps. First, ensure your gutters and downspouts are clear of clogs. Blockages can redirect water to unwanted areas, like right next to your home’s foundation, leading to potential damage.

However, simply cleaning your gutters isn’t always enough. It’s also crucial to make sure rainwater is directed well away from your home’s foundation to prevent moisture buildup and protect your property from water damage.

One of the most common issues we find when inspecting gutters is that the downspouts drain water too close to the home, causing soil expansion and increased pressure against the foundation. Over time, this can lead to cracked walls, basement leaks, and even structural damage.

Helitech’s Downspout Extensions System solves this problem by carrying water further away from your home, protecting the foundation, and preventing costly repairs.

Improperly installed downspouts are a major cause of home water and foundation problems. Downspout extensions are essential for directing rainwater away from your home’s foundation, preventing issues like soil erosion, basement leaks, and structural damage.

Gutters and downspouts are designed to divert rainwater safely, but many systems don’t carry water far enough. Helitech’s Downspout Extensions System helps keep your foundation dry and secure by guiding water along a sloped path to a low point, ensuring water is channeled well away from your foundation.

Helitech professionals will assess your yard’s layout and design a custom drainage solution to address your home’s unique needs. Our downspout extension system will protect your home from excess water and restore your peace of mind.

At Helitech Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, we offer free consultations to assess your home’s drainage needs. With personalized recommendations, we help you choose the best solution to keep water away from your home, preventing leaks and structural damage. Trust Helitech to ensure your drainage system is properly set up, so your home stays safe and dry.

Downspout Extensions System Installation

If your downspouts drain too close to your home, water can seep into your foundation, causing leaks and structural damage. Helitech’s Downspout Extension System directs water safely away by burying downspouts several feet from your house, preventing costly issues and protecting your foundation. This quick, noninvasive solution can often be completed in just a few hours. Here’s how it works:

Preparation: Before work begins, all utilities are marked, and drain line locations are confirmed.

Trenching: Using a tile spade or trenching machine, a precise trench is created to fit the drain pipes.

Installation: The downspout pipes are secured, ensuring proper flow to the designated exit point. Depending on your yard’s slope, a yard grate or pop-up is installed for seamless water drainage.

Restoration: After installation, trenches are backfilled, sod is replaced, and the area is cleaned up, leaving your home safe and protected from water damage.

Trust Helitech to keep your home dry and secure, rain or shine.

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