Downspout Cleaning & Repair
Clean gutters do nothing if the downspout is plugged. We clear, fix and redirect them.
From $95What to expect
Most overflowing gutters in Portland are actually clogged downspouts. Fir cones and packed needles jam the top outlet or the first elbow, and the gutter backs up behind them. Underground drain lines add another place for roots and sediment to collect.
We clear the clog from the top and bottom, flush with water to confirm flow, replace crushed elbows and loose straps, and add extensions or splash blocks so water lands at least a few feet from the foundation.
What is included
- Clogs cleared from outlets, elbows and downspout runs
- Flow tested with water
- Crushed elbows and sections replaced
- Loose straps re-secured to the siding
- Extensions, splash blocks or rerouting away from the foundation
- Underground drain line check where accessible
Downspout trouble looks like
- Gutter overflows at one corner while the rest is fine
- No water coming out the bottom during rain
- Gurgling or water backing up from an underground connection
- A soggy crawlspace or pooling at one corner of the house
- Dented or detached downspout sections
How it works
Send your address or photos
Call, text or use the form. We measure your roofline from satellite and street photos.
Get a flat price
You get one number by text, usually within the hour. Pick a day that works; you do not need to be home.
We clean, test and show you
Gutters cleaned by hand, downspouts flushed, debris hauled off and before-and-after photos sent when we finish.
Flow-tested or we come back free
Every downspout is water-tested before we leave. If a gutter we cleaned overflows from a clog within 30 days, we come back and fix it at no charge. If you are not happy with the work, we make it right or refund the visit.
Downspout Cleaning & Repair FAQ
Can you clear underground downspout drains?
We clear the accessible portion and test flow. Collapsed or root-filled underground lines may need a drain specialist; we tell you what we find and can install above-ground extensions in the meantime.
Should my downspouts connect to the city storm drain?
Rules vary by city. Portland has had a downspout disconnection program and some properties are required to stay connected. Ask us and we will point you to the right city guidance before rerouting.
How far should water discharge from the house?
At least three to five feet from the foundation, onto ground that slopes away from the house.
Can you add a downspout?
Yes. Long runs or steep roofs often need an extra downspout to keep up with Northwest rain, and it is usually an inexpensive fix for chronic overflow.
Downspout Cleaning & Repair near you
We serve 22 cities across the Portland metro and Clark County with the same flat-rate pricing.
Oregon
Southwest Washington
Same pricing on both sides of the river. Do not see your town? Call. If we can reach it in a day, we will quote it.
Related services
Gutter Cleaning
Hand-cleaned gutters, flushed downspouts, roof edge cleared and everything bagged and hauled away.
Gutter Repair
Leaking seams, sagging runs, loose hangers, bad slope and crushed downspouts fixed in one visit.
Seamless Gutter Installation
Seamless aluminum gutters formed on-site to the exact length of your roofline, in your color.
Gutter Guards
Micro-mesh and screen guards chosen for fir needles, maple leaves and moss, not a one-size pitch.
Get clean, flowing gutters before the next storm
Flat price by text in under an hour during business hours. Mon–Sat, 7 AM–7 PM.