Downpipe Extension with Catch Basin | Low profile downpipe extender | flexible gutter drain extension

It catches the water coming out of your downpipe and carries it somewhere else. The basin sits underneath the outlet and collects the flow, then a flexible pipe takes that water away from the wall. The aim is to stop runoff soaking into the ground right next to your foundation.

No. The basin is low profile, which means it is shallow enough to sit on the surface rather than inside a hole. You just need a reasonably flat patch of ground under the downpipe. That is what makes it one of the best no dig drainage extension options for a quick weekend fix.

The flexible pipe extends out to 5.1 feet. It also shortens back down when you push it in, so you can use a short run when that is all you need. You are not committed to the full length.

The kit is described as suiting most residential downpipes, including 2 in. x 3 in., 3 in. x 4 in. and round outlets. Measure your outlet before ordering so you know which profile you have. If yours is an unusual commercial size, check the measurement first.

The listed material is plastic. The flexible pipe uses a corrugated construction that lets it bend and hold its shape. More specific resin details are not stated by the maker.

The included components are listed as a white pipe along with the catch basin kit. Unit count is one. the maker's details does not list any additional fixings or brackets.

Item weight is listed at 0.87 kg. That is light enough to carry and position on your own, and light enough that you may want to weigh down or peg the basin in exposed spots. Weight is the packed item weight rather than an installed weight.

Yes, this is a common use. A rain chain drops water in a concentrated spot and splashes mud up the wall, and a basin underneath catches that flow instead. It is one of the better rain chain splash control answers because it works without any plumbing changes.

It helps by moving the discharge point away from the wall. How well it works depends on your ground fall, since water still needs somewhere downhill to go. If your ground slopes back toward the house, you may need to grade the soil as well.

Look for a spot that is lower than the basin and at least a couple of metres from the building where possible. A lawn, a garden bed with good drainage or an existing stormwater point all work. Avoid pointing it at a neighbour's fence line or a paved area that drains back toward you.

Yes. The corrugated design means it keeps a curve once you set it rather than springing straight again. That lets you route it around steps, posts and planting instead of running it in a straight line.

The corrugated pipe can sit in a shallow surface channel if you want a tidier finish. You do not need to, since the whole point of this kit is that it works on the surface. If you do bury part of it, keep the basin accessible so you can clean it out.

It can be if you leave it fully extended across a walkway. Most people run it along a wall or garden edge instead, or collapse it back to a shorter length between storms. Think about the route before you fix anything in place.

The pipe pushes into a hose adapter that fits the hole in the basin. The design is intended to go in without needing a lot of hand strength and to sit tightly enough to limit leaking at the joint. Give it a firm push until it is fully seated.

The adapter is designed to reduce leaks at that connection. A small amount of seepage during very heavy flow is normal with any surface drainage product. Check the joint is fully pushed home if you see water escaping there.

Surface systems have a limit, and in extreme rain some water may overflow the basin. That is still better than the same water landing directly on the footings. Keeping the basin and pipe clear of debris gives you the best chance of handling a big storm.

A rinse with the garden hose a few times a year is usually enough. If you have gum trees, pines or anything that drops seed pods, check it more often during the heavy drop season. Silt tends to settle in the basin, so lift the top and flush it out.

Disconnect the pipe at the adapter, then flush water through from the basin end. Most blockages are leaves or silt that shift easily. Avoid poking anything sharp through the corrugated wall.

In cold climates, drain standing water out of the pipe before a hard freeze so ice cannot build up inside it. Tilt the pipe and let it empty, then push it back to its shorter length. Ice expansion is the main thing to avoid with any plastic drainage pipe.

The kit is sold as a single unit for one downpipe. If you have several downpipes, the usual approach is one kit per outlet rather than joining them. Joining extra pipe is not covered in the maker's details.

Yes, and a slope actually helps because gravity does the work. Set the basin at the high point and run the pipe downhill. Avoid running the pipe uphill at any point, since water will sit in the dip.

It can be, because nothing needs to be cut, drilled or trenched. The basin sits on the ground and the pipe clips into it, so the whole thing lifts out when you move. Check with your landlord if you plan to alter the ground level at all.

It works independently of what is happening up in the gutter. Gutter guards reduce the leaf load coming down, which means less debris in the basin. The two do a different part of the same job.

The colour is listed as Black Basin Kit. Painting plastic drainage parts is generally not recommended because the finish tends to lift when it gets constantly wet. If appearance matters, consider planting or gravel around the basin edge instead.

Most people have it done in under an hour. The time goes into choosing the route and levelling the patch of ground for the basin, not the assembly itself. No special tools are listed as required.

Packaging contents beyond the pipe and basin kit are not detailed in the maker's details. The assembly is straightforward, since the pipe pushes into the adapter and the basin sits under the downpipe. If you are unsure, dry-fit everything before setting it in position.

It suits anyone who has just bought a house, especially if they have been complaining about a soggy patch by the wall. It is practical rather than exciting, so it works best as a useful add-on gift. A new homeowner with a garden is the obvious match.

A splash block only spreads water a short distance from the wall. This kit moves it several feet and lets you choose the direction. If you have tried a splash block and still have a damp spot, this is the next step up.

Delivery timing and returns are handled under the standard terms shown at checkout for your country storefront. The item is light at 0.87 kg, which keeps shipping simple. Check the shipping page for current estimates in your region.

If the outlet size does not match or the kit does not suit your layout, contact us through the storefront and we will sort out a return or exchange under the returns policy for your country. Keep the packaging until you have test-fitted it. The quickest way to avoid a return is to measure your downpipe outlet before you order.