Rinse out any clogs with a hose.
Roof downspout clogged with gravel.
If you see that water is not flowing out of your downspout in a storm you probably have a clog in it.
Clearing gutter downspout clogs 101.
Remove the downspout extension if present to expose the bottom opening.
Stop spraying water after 1 2 minutes.
Rinse the downspout from above with clean water.
Point your hose up toward your roof and turn it on.
This is especially important if the downspout is connected to an underground drain.
If water is not redirected away from the foundation of the home a lot of damage can be done to your yard or any beautification such as flower beds or gardens.
Backfill the trench to cover the piping.
If your downspouts are dry while the rest of the neighborhood is experiencing niagara falls you have a problem.
Direct the water so it runs down your roof and into the downspout you just unclogged.
Pour gravel 4 inches thick in the shallow hole at the end of the trench so that water from the end of the piping will run directly onto the gravel.
Watch the end of the downspout to ensure it drains properly and water flows through it.
Water that doesn t drain properly away from the roof usually ends up seeping through walls and ceilings.
Check for the cage a wire mesh material between the gutter and downspout that can get filled with debris or even damaged.