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Default downspout flooding


Bob wrote:
due to heavy rains lately in Pacific Northwest I notice for first time that
the junction between one of my downspouts and the 4 inch PVC pipe that
drains the rainwater away spouts water onto my lawn - it looks like a
natural spring!! The other downspout-4inch pvc pipes around the home
function perfectly well.

I suspect the underground pipe is clogged and am tempted to rent a hand
driven snake to unclog. Appreciate any thoughts anyone with similar
experience may have had.
thx
bob



Start the cleaning process from the discharge end.

Depending on how long the pipe is, a shop vac might be helpful in
removing the debris

Hand snake is gonna have a hard time with a clogged 4" line


Do oyu have good access to the discharge end? & good water pressure?

you could water water jet with with a length of 3/4" PVC & one of those
garden hose mini fire hose nozzles

cheers
Bob