A downspout that dumps water at the foundation is a leak waiting to happen, and an extension moves that water safely away. It is one of the cheapest and most effective drainage fixes there is.
The problem
A downspout that ends at the wall pours every roof load of water into the soil against the foundation, which finds its way into the basement.
The extension
A solid extension or a flexible hose carries the water several feet from the house, where it can soak away harmlessly. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older buildings have aging supply and drain lines In Mount Vernon, four to six feet is the common target.
The buried line
For a longer run, a buried drain line from the downspout to a low area or a dry well keeps the surface clear and the water away.
The clogs
The downspout and the extension clog with leaves and debris, so a cleanout and an occasional flush keep them working.
The call
Move the water off the foundation. Call 888-217-3585 and Mount Vernon Plumbing Helpers will match you with a Mount Vernon pro.
Plumbing in Mount Vernon: what to know
In Mount Vernon, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older buildings have aging supply and drain lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Bronx County — from Pelham, Bronxville and Pelham Manor to ZIP codes like 10553, 10550, 10552 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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