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1. Flex-Drain 85011 Downspout Extension, Green
Feature
Fits all standard downspoutsEasy installation! extend, bend, connect & bury
Connects to other flex-a-spout accessories
Keeps destructive rainwater away from foundations
Extendable construction for easier connection and installation
Designed to accommodate 2" x 3" and 3" x 4" sized downspouts
Easy installation to downspout
Description
Amerimax Home Products 85011 Green flex downspout extension. Green, flex poly downspout extension, fits 2" x 3" or 3" x 4", extends 24" to 55" long.2. Flex-Drain 85019 Downspout Extension, Brown
Feature
Fits all standard downspoutsEasy Installation! Extend, Bend, Connect & Bury
Connects to other FLEX-A-SPOUT accessories
Keeps destructive rainwater away from Foundations
Description
The Amerimax Home Products FLEX-A-SPOUT Downspout Extension has a brown color and rigid, corrugated design for versatility. Featuring durable plastic construction, this extension can be buried, bent or connected to additional sections. This flexible downspout extension easily bends and holds its shape and can be extended from 25 - 55 in. Use this downspout extension to divert water away from the foundation or connect to drainage pipe and catch basin to control drainage.3. Flex-Drain 85010 Downspout Extension, White
Feature
Fits all standard downspoutsEasy installation! extend, bend, connect & bury
Connects to other flex-a-spout accessories
Keeps destructive rainwater away from foundations
Description
The Amerimax Home Products flex-a-spout downspout extension has a White color and rigid, corrugated design for versatility. Featuring durable plastic construction, this extension can be buried, bent or connected to additional sections. This flexible downspout extension easily bends and holds its shape and can be Extended from 25 - 55 in. Use this downspout extension to divert water away from the foundation or connect to drainage pipe and catch basin to control drainage.4. Flex-Drain 51110 Flexible/Expandable Landscaping Drain Pipe, Solid, 4-Inch by 25-Feet
Feature
Pipe unfolds and expands from 2 to 25-feetSolid pipe helps move water from one point to another
Exceeds all applicable ASTM Standards
Compatible with most traditional 3-inch and 4-inch corrugated pipe and 4-Inch PVC
30-Percent higher load-bearing rating than standard corrugated pipe
Description
Flex-drain 50110 flexible/expandable landscaping drain pipe, solid, 25-foot a solid pipe, appropriate in applications that involve moving water from one point to another (i.e. Away from downspouts). Does not allow water to seep in or out anywhere except pipe ends. Works effortlessly with our complete system of connectors, couplers and adaptors. Exceeds all applicable astm standards. Made with no-break copolymers for professional grade strength and integrity. Proprietary peak and valley design offers greater surface area and a 30-percent higher load-bearing rating than standard corrugated pipe. Guaranteed not to split, crack or break when used in accordance with local building codes. Flex-drain is compatible with virtually all traditional 3-inch and 4-inch corrugated pipe and 4-inch pvc. All flex-drain products are made in america.5. Frost King DE300 Standard Plastic Drain Away Downspout Extender, Extends 12-Feet, Green
Feature
Green, Flexible, Automatic DownspoutTakes Water Away From Foundation
Unrolls automatically when it rains; rolls back up manually.
Installs Easily, Without The Use Of Any Tools
Measurements Are 12' X 7"
Description
Green, Flexible, Automatic Downspout. Extender fits all standard downspouts. Takes water away from foundation. Installs easily, without the use of any tools. Unrolls automatically when it rains and automatically rolls back when it's dry. Trim to any length with scissors. Measurements are 12' x 7".6. Genova AB575 Genoflex Universal Downspout Extension, Brown
Feature
Diverts water away from foundation and prevents erosionInstalls without tools
Bendable, flexible and expandable
Fits 2-Inch by 3-Inch and 3-Inch by 4-Inch downspouts
Made in the usa
Description
GenoFlex Universal Downspout Extension diverts water away from foundations and prevents erosion. GenoFlex installs without tools and fits both 2-inch by 3-inch and 3-inch by 4-inch downspouts on one end (No cutting required). GenoFlex connects to PVC Sewer and Drain Pipe, SDR35 Drain Pipe, 3 and 4-inch Corrugated Sewer and Drain Pipe, and Flex Drain. GenoFlex is bendable, flexible, and expandable. Expanding from 19-inch to 55-inch. GenoFlex is available in four colors; Brown, White, Green and Tan.7. Amerimax Home Products 4600 Downspout Extension, Black
Feature
Diverts damaging rainwater away from your foundationNo digging required! low-profile design can be hidden by covering with mulch, straw, or other landscape cover for an unobtrusive look
Compatible with all standard residential downspouts (2"x3" & 3"x4")
Made from durable resin to withstand the outdoor elements
Available 28 inch extension adds length where needed (see 4600 4600) - designed only to be used with this extension
Description
The Stealth Flow Low Profile Downspout Extension Kit is an innovative accessory that helps divert damaging rainwater away from your home and your foundation. The low profile design of the extension is designed for an unobtrusive look and can be covered with mulch, straw or stones for a subtle appearance, with no digging required. It is designed to work with both 2"x3" and 3"x4" residential downspouts by simply removing the insert to fit the larger downspout application. This kit is only designed to be used with the Invisaflow 4620 Stealth flow 28" Low Profile Extension when adding length.8. Downspout Adapter Kit LOW PROFILE Extension Drain 2.35" High - NO DIGGING!
Feature
Lays On Surface To Be Covered With Stone, Dirt or MulchDiverts Water Away From The Foundation
Fits All Standard Downspouts - Rigid Design Won't Collapse
Interlocking sections
Helps prevent erosion near your foundation by diverting water flow
Description
This low profile downspout adapter kit is an innovative accessory that helps divert damaging rainwater away from your home and your foundation. The low profile design of the extension is designed for an unobtrusive look and can be covered with mulch, straw or stones for a subtle appearance, with no digging required. It is designed to work with both 2 in. x 3 in. and 3 in. x 4 in. downspout with a simple cut line to fit the larger downspout application.9. Zip Hinge
Feature
Flip Your Gutter Downspout Extension VERTICALLY & Out of the Way When Doing Outdoor Activities - Mowing, Edging, Landscaping, Lawn Care, Home Improvement, Roofing, Shoveling and PlowingFITS ANY SIZE Rectangular Gutter Downspout - 3x4, 2x3 -5in & 6in Gutter Commercial or Residential!
DIY - 60 seconds - NO SKILLS REQUIRED - CAN BE PAINTED to Match Any Gutter Color!
Reduce Cost On Annual Gutter Downspout and Elbow Replacement
Zip Hinge reduces the substantial risk of not having your gutter extension securely attached which helps keep water from pooling around your homes foundation and destroying landscaping