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The city recommends composting yard waste, sweeping up grass clippings and running downspouts into a yard rather than hard, impervious surfaces that allow water to flow into streets.
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Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Oct. 2023
Once clear of debris, grab a garden hose, ideally with a high-pressure tip, and start rinsing the gutter and downspouts.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2024
Check that all downspouts are intact and direct water away from the house.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2024
Add splash blocks under the downspouts to help guide water away from the foundation.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2024
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Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Oct. 2023
Once clear of debris, grab a garden hose, ideally with a high-pressure tip, and start rinsing the gutter and downspouts.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2024
Check that all downspouts are intact and direct water away from the house.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2024
Add splash blocks under the downspouts to help guide water away from the foundation.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Downspout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/downspout. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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