Downspout Extensions Can Save Your Foundation

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Prevent future foundation repair with downspout extensions.

Here at A-1 Concrete Leveling and Foundation Repair, we often see that subpar downspout extensions or downspout extensions too close to a home cause extensive foundation problems. This can lead to costly, stressful foundation repair. Whether you need repairs now or need your downspout extensions evaluated, our foundation repair company can help — contact us today for a free estimate.

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Why do you need downspout extensions?

• Keep water a safe distance away from your home
• Protect the current and future safety of your foundation
• Eliminate the worry of not knowing if your home will weather the storm
• Prevent future costs and stress about foundation repair

Downspout Extensions

If your downspouts haven’t been working quite right, chances are that each time the sun hides behind the clouds and the rain starts to pour, you start to get a little nervous. The last thing any homeowner wants is to have a water problem. Even if your gutters are clean and free of debris, you still run a bit of a risk. According to the United States Geological Survey, a roof that’s 40 feet by 70 feet can have nearly 1,750 gallons of water fall on it if there’s an inch of rain. That’s a massive amount of water for such a small storm!

Now you might be asking yourself where those thousands of gallons of water are going when it starts to rain. Are your downspouts enough to handle the deluge of water and direct it away from your house? Sure, your water is running through your gutters uninhibited, but if all of that water is draining near your foundation, you might be in for an unpleasant surprise in the form of damage to the walls of your foundation. In order to insure that your foundation is secure, you need an effective drainage system in place.

Do You Need Downspout Extensions?

Installing a downspout extension that is a safe distance away from your home is an absolute must. Not only can a downspout extension keep water away from your home during a storm, but it could also be exactly what you need to ensure the future safety of your foundation. If you find yourself worrying each time the rain starts to come down, there’s a better way to live life — and we can help.

At A-1 Concrete Leveling in Nashville, we’d be glad to come by your home to take a look at your current drainage system and assess your needs. The service that we pride ourselves on providing is courteous, professional, and fast — and most of all, it’s designed to save you a major headache in the future. You deserve to get the most out of your home and it’s our goal to help you do just that.

 

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Benefits of A-1 Concrete and Leveling’s Downspout Extensions

Installing downspout extensions for your Nashville area home or improving your existing ones are critical ways to protect your foundation and basement waterproofing. Ensuring all the rainwater and weather moisture is drawn away from your home’s foundation prevents a number of short-term and long-term issues from presenting themselves. A-1 Concrete and Leveling’s experts can help you preserve your residential or commercial property by performing a free consultation and discussing different ways to go about basement waterproofing. Reap all the rewards of downspout extensions listed below by reaching out to our team today!

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Redirect rainwater, snow, and hail:

Leading water and moisture away from your property is critical for both your basement waterproofing efforts and your avoidance of mold and rot. Our team at A-1 Concrete and Leveling can help you install different types and models of downspout extensions to lead inevitable rain to storm drains or municipal drainage systems nearby. We’ll discuss all your options and provide advice on which may be best for you before laying out a map of how the water will be redirected.

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Eliminate flooding concerns:

While it’s possible to predict the weather to a degree, a simple storm can easily grow and evolve into a bout of severe weather. If too much rain, snow, or hail falls — and you’re unable to redirect it effectively — it can cause flooding into the lower areas of your house. Improve your basement waterproofing efforts and preserve your foundation with downspout extensions now and rest assured knowing these areas of your property are protected no matter what.

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Peace of mind from professional installment:

While you may be tempted to take on a DIY project when it comes to your downspout extensions, nothing compared to the quality A-1 Concrete and Leveling can provide. Our professionals will install these assets quickly and effectively, ensuring no unexpected issues come up during the weeks, months, and years after installation.

 

Browse Different Types of Downspout Extensions

When it comes to your new downspout extensions, there are several different models and materials to choose from. When one immediately thinks about this type of drainage system, it’s usually a rain chute model type that is either open or closed; this model resembles an open-air rectangle at the bottom of a closed gutter system that lets rainwater out away from a home’s foundation. A style very similar to this is that of a splash stone, which acts as a two-to-three-foot funnel at the bottom of your home's gutter system that lays atop the ground and diverts water.

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A flex pipe can also be added as a downspout extension that is durable and easily moveable; this gives your user the freedom to determine where exactly the rainwater goes. Underground systems are also a possibility to prevent flooding and other long-term issues. This downspout extension type is hidden from view and easily leads rainwater, snow, hail, and other forms of moisture to storm drains without becoming a tripping hazard.

 

No matter what type is best for your home, A-1 Concrete and Leveling can help find the right one for you!

Contact Us Today To Get A Quote

You don’t have to live in fear each time it rains or snows when you can take care of the situation once and for all and enjoy your home with the peace of mind that comes from knowing that you’re protected when nature strikes. Use the USGS Rainfall Calculator to calculate just how much water your home sees during an average storm and then give us a call to make sure that all of the excess water around your home has a place to go next time there’s a massive downpour.

You love your home and you deserve to enjoy it for many years to come. We’re here to help. Give the team at A-1 Concrete Leveling and Foundation Repair a call today to get a free estimate and let us help you provide you with the safety and security you need for your home when the rain starts to fall. Contact us today. We’re looking forward to hearing from you!

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