Homeowner checklist

Gutters and drains: give rain a complete route away

Use these steps to plan, check and keep a record of your next actions.

• Trace accessible downspout discharge routes from the ground.
• Distinguish surface runoff from groundwater concerns.
• Ask where the proposed drain system discharges and how overflow is handled.
• Confirm cleaning and inspection access before installation.
• Schedule safe maintenance and record recurring wet areas.

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