- A vertical pipe, usually of metal, for carrying rainwater, down from the roof’s horizontal gutters. The water can be carried either to the ground or a drainage system.
- A vertical pipe used to carry rainwater from the roof to either the ground or a drainage system.
- Downspouts are essential for protecting properties from rainwater damage by directing water away from the foundation.
EXAMPLE:
The new downspout was draining very nicely.
