Dog-Chewed Gutter Downspouts: Buried Pipe with Pop-Up Emitter

Dog destroys plastic downspout extensions. Neighbor has concrete ones (unavailable due to asbestos). Seeks alternative.

Solution: Buried Drain Line with Pop-Up Emitter

1. Bury 4" PVC or corrugated pipe 10+ ft from house.
2. Connect downspout to pipe with a downspout adapter.
3. Install a pop-up emitter at pipe end: opens under flow, closes flush when done.
4. Emitters cost <$10 at home centers.

Benefits

• Dog-proof (nothing to chew at grade).
• No tripping hazard.
• Discharges water away from foundation.
• Emitter self-clears debris.

NDS Pop-Up Emitters example.