In cities like Vancouver gutters must have the proper number of downpipes to handle seasonal rainfall. A downpipe is an integral part of the gutter system that protects your home. Downpipe accessories can be used to modify the downpipe so… Read More »
Especially in rainy climates like Vancouver gutters have to handle a lot of water. When installing a new gutter system or replacing the old, don’t forget about the downpipe. It directs the water collected in the gutters away from the… Read More »
Once a popular fixture at the side of urban and country homes alike, the rain barrel virtually vanished from city centers. But they are gradually reappearing in metro areas again, and sustainable landscaping is only one of several reasons rain… Read More »
If they are overflowing but there’s no obvious blockage in the gutters themselves, then the problem could be a blocked downpipe. Blockages can be caused by almost any kind of debris, including a bird’s nest, a clump of wet leaves… Read More »
Rainwater downpipes play an important role in your gutters system. When it rains or when snow melts, run-off flows down the roof, into the gutters and then is channelled down and away from the building’s foundation. Older homes and buildings… Read More »
Rain chains are a popular alternative to standard downspouts. Like a downspout, a rain chain channels water from the roof to the ground, a cistern or a rain barrel. Rain chains can add a unique decorative feature to a home’s… Read More »
