Outside strap bracket

Step 5:

To hold the downspout in place, you will need straps or brackets.  These can either be to the outside

Inside strap bracket

Step 6:

Alternatively, the brackets can be on the inside.

Bend strap around gutter

Step 7:

The brackets are flexible and need to be bent to match the gutter size.

Secure strap with pan head screw

Step 8:

In this project, we are using outside straps as the gutters are oversized and the column is not wide enough for conventional use. 

Attach strap bracket

Step 9:

The strap is secured to the post using a pan head screw.

Bracket on siding

Step 10:

On attaching to the vinyl siding, brackets are used. 

Separate holes for pilot and shaft

Step 11:

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. 

Secure strap

Step 12:

Attached the strap using self-taping painted screws.

Connector to drainpipe

Step 13:

A plastic coupler is added to the drainpipe.

Secure connector with a screw

Step 14:

This is where the water is spread over the lower story roof, drainpipe into ground or onto a splash block on the ground

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