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Downspout Installation or Replacement

Your gutters are only as good as the downspouts which carry the rainwater down
from the collection gutter to the next story down. Whether it's new a downspout or a
replacement, read on to learn how to mount these and keep them in place.  Here is a list of tools.  If you need more pictures and information, check out the In-depth How-To.
The first step is to examine the existing gutter. If you are replacing a worn or broken downspout, remove the screw at the connection with the gutter. Downspout
We are using outside straps as the gutters are oversized and the column is not wide
enough for conventional use. The strap is secured to the post using a pan head screw.		 Screw strap

Two holes are required in the strap and the downspout. Drill a larger (shaft) hole in the
strap and a smaller pilot hole in the downspout. Attached the strap using self-taping screws.

 Shaft and pilot hole in strap

Drill a larger (shaft) hole in the
strap and a smaller pilot hole in the downspout.

 Select drill size

A plastic coupler is added to the drainpipe. This can also be screwed to the post. 

Drainpipe coupler

 

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