Splash Blocks and Downspout Extensions in Shannon, IL

Splash Blocks and Downspout Extensions in Shannon, IL

The cheapest way to protect a foundation is to get downspout water a few feet away from it. A lot of homes have downspouts that end with a short elbow pointing straight at the wall. All the roof water from that section soaks into the backfill right next to the basement.

The usual target is to discharge water at least 4 to 6 feet from the foundation, farther where the soil drains poorly or the yard slopes toward the house.

Options Shannon, IL Gutter Installation crews install in Shannon, IL:

• Concrete or plastic splash blocks that spread the flow and stop erosion
• Rigid aluminum extensions matched to the downspout color, sometimes hinged so they flip up for mowing
• Flexible or roll-out extensions for spots where a rigid one would be in the way
• A step up to an underground downspout drain when the extension crosses a walkway

A splash block only works if the ground under it slopes away from the house. If it slopes back toward the wall, water just runs home again. The crew checks grade before setting anything.

This is small work, but it finishes a gutter installation properly. Call (833) 941-1503 to get downspout extensions set up in Shannon, IL.