FAQ About Downspouts Diverters

Downspout diverters are used to divert water away from the foundation of your home and to direct the water toward the landscape. The diverters fit onto the ends of the downspout and they are fairly easy to install. The diverter can be left open lying on the ground or it can be buried with the end left uncovered.

Frequently Asked Questions About Downspout Diverters

• How do I know that I need to install downspout diverters on my home? If you notice puddles of water around the foundation of your home after it rains it is a definite sign that installing diverters would be beneficial.


• Is a rain barrel needed to catch the water from the downspout diverter? No, it is totally your choice. Some people prefer to catch the water in a barrel rather than have it running on their lawn, but others just let the water run on the ground and that is fine as long as it is diverted away from the foundation of the house.


• Do I need to hire a professional to install the downspout diverters? No, they are fairly easy to install.


• Do I have a choice of colors? Yes, the diverters are available in a variety of colors.


• If I decide that I want to have my water run into a rain barrel how would I keep leaves and debris from entering the barrel? Some diverters have filtering systems that catches the leaves and debris before it actually gets to the barrel.


• What size downspout diverter would I need? If you have standard size gutters, which most people do, you will need 3" x 4" size diverters. They are bendable and can expand from 22" to 55".