Pro Tip - Gutter Downspout

Here is a "How To" video for installing a metal gutter downspout.
/ nathancox1978

[@tracyhurst4393]

Thank you for the quick and detailed video without twenty minutes of unnecessary intro. ; )

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[@JamesQMurphy]

Finally, a DIY video that I didn’t have to speed through... because you did it for me. This was perfect, thank you.

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[@beholdcaesar]

Thanks for teaching a great trick, not having to use the silly insert to attach the gutter is fantastic. It makes sense not to use a gutter insert, since the lip of the insert is above the water level and it leads to gravel accumulation. Your method allows for water to go where it wants to go, downhill!

[@rob4121]

Yes, I wish I saw your video where you did this, alas I used a holesaw

[@maxmanx1294]

Attaching the elbow to the gutter's cut down tabs frequently leads to ripping the aluminum gutter at some point. I understand about the outlet tubes affecting roof gravel drainage. I try to build a gentle slope using my sealant. In some areas, code mandates use of the outlet tubes.

[@seeharvester]

I've seen water go uphill.

[@JerryAlvarado-d8j]

Thank u so so so much … you have no idea how much I appreciate the advice… I couldn’t figure out how to connect elbows without cutting them in the corners… saw you’re Awesome video and all was good after

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[@0pin]

Loved how you didn't waste our time and used speed-ed up video and voice over. Great job!

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[@sheri023]

I was a little confused when you cut the part to fit into the second elbow that looked like a B-style one, but I see you put the A style elbow and saved the B for the bottom turn. Thanks so much for showing the can-opener style drop-cut to the gutter. I'm going to share this video!

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[@farquar100]

Very good concise clear video without the usual filler you see in most how to videos. Thanks.

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[@jhendrick5526]

Gutters and downspouts are easy. As long as you aren’t scared of heights and can carry/climb 32-40ft extension ladders with/without standoffs, can drive a nail and read a tape...You’re golden 🙌🏻 I’m a gutter guy, guy. Lol. Also, knowing how to use a metal brake is useful too (flashing). Great video!

[@lynhnn5842]

Brilliant idea to attach the elbow to the gutter. I follow this and am so happy that I did because I have no access from the above 2-story gutter during the addition. I drill a hole and then cut the diagonals instead as the older gutter is way to tough. Thanks so much!

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[@Phoenixrising8313]

What size hole do you drill??

[@schr4nz]

As a casual observer/non-professional plumber who has had many plumbers input, the one thing I would change to this approach, is that I would create an air-gap between the down-pipe running vertical along the house, and the pipe on the ground, meaning, putting a grated drain or a sump at the bottom, this allows water to flow at all times, even if there is something clogging the downpipe, it also allows debris to fall out of the downpipe onto the grate/sump, then from the sump/grated drain, I would continue the pipeline as you have.

[@mommyhelen2017]

This is exactly the type of video I was needing to fulfill my project! Thank you!

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[@nrfa6229]

Thanks Nathan! What a great detailed, step by step video. That’s what I’m doing today. 👍✌️

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Awesome, glad I could help.

[@mikelovell75]

DUDE!! That background music is my jam!!! Great video.

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[@Elmo_Fuddleputt]

Thank you for the knowledge drop. Just what I needed to know without the incessant blathering.

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[@rreasons64]

If you measure the soffit from the wall to the outer edge of the fascia and then take off four and a half inches that is how long you will cut the piece of pipe that goes from elbow to elbow and it will be a perfect pit every time.... Put the elbows together to the Cross arm pipe before attaching it to the gutter

[@mikerama4724]

I’m learning something new watching you work, nice job.

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[@dickplastino3856]

One final tip I learned from the contractor who installed most of my gutter system. He uses some type of one-inch drill saw to make a one-inch hole at the center of the "X". Then he uses tin snips to cut the legs of the X. Really a great way to do it.

[@AroundTheHome1]

That is an interesting way to do it. Any standard hole saw would cut the aluminum gutter. If it is digging in to hard then you can run the drill backwards and get your cutout.

[@gyver471]

Great explanation seems simple but few things are I have to put up a couple gutters in my home this videos helps a lot.

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[@TN4theWIN]

Now that's a "how to" video. Well done.

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[@torin3167]

Drop-ins is where it's at gutter guy.

[@jhendrick5526]

Are Drop-Ins just another name for Hood taps? 🤔

[@KennethNAmend]

STRAIGHT TO THE POINT! NICE.

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Thanks, glad to help.

[@carlargon4099]

This video was pretty helpful!

[@mshelton26]

Carl Arg

[@johnthree1611]

Awesome tips, I like the x in the bottom of the gutter to attach the downspout, I’ve been using the plastic attachments, and they suck.

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[@kencouch6609]

Excellent presentation. Straight to the point

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[@waynemiller6070]

Thank you sir. Just like I figured I would do it. But I usually watch a few videos first.

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[@bammselma]

Great vid, I was thinking why outside the box, thanks for reeling me in.

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[@notmainstream4535]

Drop tubes are a good idea for attaching downspout to gutter. Just my opinion.

[@cory1675]

Easy way to find your piece in between elbows measure the overhang and subtract 5" (5"downspouts ) 6"for 6" downspouts

[@richard42vacca94]

it's still subtract 5inch for 3x4 spout

[@DarronRansbarger]

Clear and easy presentation. Good video. Thanks!

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[@dickplastino3856]

Hi Nathan. I got the job done, but had trouble getting the "X" cut with the utility knife even with a new blade. Finally, I had to do a starter cut on each leg with a Dremel rotary saw. Has someone invented a device to cut the "X" perfectly every time with less effort? It seems like a device with two plates, top and bottom, with sharp edges on the bottom and grooves on top, both in the shape of the "X" with a jack screw connecting them would be a wonderful time saver and would make exactly the right length of cuts every time. The jack screw would go through a 1/4 inch hole that would be drilled in the center of where the downspout was to be located. Just turn the jack screw with a handle and it's done! Anyway, it's done and I put plenty of sealer on. Hopefully it'll be watertight next rain or snow. That 1/4 inch magnetic driver was a real aid!

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[@christinemcinnis3933]

Hey, just watching another video and remembered your comment. In this video they show using a tool to cut the 'x' kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpK3Yql6g8R6d68

[@kylelabuckas6390]

Measure the soffit, and height off the wall. Make the A style neck length 4 inches shorter than the length of the soffit to account for the size of what looks like small square elbows in this video, crimp an end,attach the elbows, boom neck is made, make a length 20 inches shorter than the wall crimp in end and add an elbow, now when all is attached the bottom of the pipe will be a little less than a foot off the ground just to be sure it’s not short and can be shortened if to low. Now take an small square outlet, (that I haven’t seen anyone use yet on KZbin ) and add a bead of clear silicone caulking Around it under the lip. Trace the inside of the outlet onto the pipe where it is desired with a sharp pencil. Cut out the hole with snips. Pop in the outlet. Pull it snug at two coloured screws under the eaves trough and through the lip of the bracket on each side to get it really snug. The caulking already seals the screws. Check that the prepaid neck a style neck fits well, screw the top on each elbow to. Attach it to the outlet and Make sure it’s strait to the wall aligning with the soffit groves to look very nice. Make a mark on the wall, attach your two straps or three if it’s a tall one, drill and plug if it’s brick. Attach the pipe to the neck add a coloured screw on the hidden side. Wrap your straps screw it in. Add you extensions and you’re done. Secure the bottom elbow with 2 coloured screws and tadda done. Less up and down the latter, less spend 1 hour cutting an x for a hole with a knife no measuring every other stage of this process one at a time and no visible caulking at the outside of the top elbow.

[@benjammin8965]

I enjoyed the medieval background music

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[@tysonjohnson9683]

When using "A"elbows, If you measure from the back of your 5k gutter or faish straight to the wall and subtract 5" you will get the correct length piece everytime.

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[@luisgarcia-cx7jc]

Dude you made that look easy Now I know where I messed up

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[@jascam1]

Sweet, that will be my next week-end project..

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[@leenicholson6919]

Great video -- content and speed. Very helpful.

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[@rollformingbrotherunion4091]

Nice DIY, smart and good craft!

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[@MrMoneybag1988]

I need to watch and learn ima be working replacing gutter in a couple of weeks.

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[@lobstermania4025]

Question: have gutters all around my square house but only 2 drains in the front of each side. Everytime it rains hard it overflows. I need to add two more corner drains but dont know which side to locate them and how far away from the corner? Thsnks so much for this video!

[@dx1seven135]

Simple straight forward. Good vid Thanks

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[@Bellislawns]

good tips and easy to follow! Thanks

[@Androth12]

Thanks for this. Seems simple enough.

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[@sherirm777]

Very concise and well done. Thanks!

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[@grahammcrae4277]

I like the music.. Recorders.. kinda Victorian. 🤙

[@simardssurveillancesystems8209]

Great Video, Thanks For The Video.

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[@Lanadelreyate]

Best how to video ive seen for this. THANK YOU!

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[@allseriousness]

the music sounds like something from zelda

[@robertchadwick2925]

THANKS! You saved me some money. I can do this!

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[@robertheintz8017]

An ice storm ripped my downspout off the house this winter. The eaves-trough no longer has the 4 tabs. What do I do now?

[@jasonlarocque2761]

This was great thank you!

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[@jimisnotunique]

When putting screw in siding for strap, how do you know the screw won't hit a pipe or wire in the wall? Great video--thanks!

[@AroundTheHome1]

No problem, thanks for the question. You just have to use the right size screw. 1 1/4 inch screws are great here. Now if someone was using 3 inch screws, then there is that chance. Thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org

[@asanchez7846]

Thanks! Exactly what I wanted to know.

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[@gyver471]

Is there no gutter adapter needed at the top? I know you just cut it and made an x is that sufficient?

[@AroundTheHome1]

No adapter is required. You can purchase one and cut off those flaps that I made in the video and use that to attach the downspout instead if you like. Thanks for watching. Don't forget to stop by our website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@David-bc4rh]

Other vids would have us use a jigsaw or tin snip. Razor knife is so streamlined.

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[@wickedcity77rg]

Great video, thank you.

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[@khinekhine613]

Hi Nathan, what kind and what size of screws do you use to attach one downspout piece to another?

[@AroundTheHome1]

I don't know the specific size, they are just the sheet metal screws right there in the gutter department. They are also color coated to match the different color gutters.

[@redmoonhbk1984]

Wow wonderful job so easy

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[@tylerbaldwin2029]

Are you playing the Witcher3 soundtrack?? Love it

[@eevanskiteboards]

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[@AliA-ss2sc]

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[@tarajordan3337]

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[@xXxCHEEZINxXx]

excellent

[@jhendrick5526]

You could use a holesaw to cut the hole in the bottom of the gutter for your outlet. Muccccch quicker

[@gatorr4life]

Phenomenal video, ty

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[@donnas6221]

Hi, video-thanks. I have a question. I'm trying to take apart my downspouts as I have a clog at the bottom. But I can't get these screws off. It doesn't look like a regular screw. It looks circular. Thought maybe an allen wrench would work-nope. Thought maybe I could pry it off with a flat head-nope. Do you have any clue? Is there a standard or special screw for downspouts? I know it sounds silly but I'm clueless how to get this thing off.

[@AroundTheHome1]

To my knowledge, at least around here, there are two methods used. A small hex head screw or a rivet. So, I am assuming by your description that you have rivets. They have to be drilled out. Normally a 1/8th in drill bit will do the job. Then you can get some gutter screws to put it back together with. Thanks for watching, and I am glad to help. Don't forget to stop by our website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@deffy750]

Great video sir really appreciate this 👍"new subscriber"

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[@almaoliviaalmanza7330]

Can I add a downspout hole the the other end of about a 25' gutter so that I can add a rain chain? Thank you, unsure if it will work..

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[@joseajimenez8768]

Thank you brother

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[@calendulematinale]

Good video, but the music sound like it was made for a children's cartoon. Thanks for making this.

[@JamesQMurphy]

FWIW I didn’t mind the music at all

[@Jewel247247]

How do you remove a drain and then patch it with a gutter

[@jimurban5367]

When screwing the fastener to the siding, does it matter if it is lined up with a stud?

[@AroundTheHome1]

I think you mean rafter, but I know what you are asking. There should be a 1x6 board behind the facia wrap, or just the facia board alone. Long story short, as long as it is not rotten then you can screw anywhere into the facia. Thanks for watching. Don't forget to stop by our website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@dickplastino3856]

Nathan, what torque setting do you put on your driver to ensure you don't strip out the thread as you put it in>

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You know honestly I don't use the torque settings but once in a blue moon. I just stop as it gets tight and the brake on these cordless drills does the rest. Thanks for the inquiry and for more great videos on just about everything check out my website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@Shalmaneser1]

I have an out-building where they left the rafter tails exposed. What should I put up to support gutters? I'm not having any luck finding gutter videos that don't use finished buildings.

[@AroundTheHome1]

If the rafters aren't too far apart you should be able to just mount to the ends. Are they 16 inches apart?

[@Shalmaneser1]

@@AroundTheHome1 Thanks for writing. I'm surprised that hanging directly off the ends is an option. Closer examination shows the ends are 1/2" back of the paper, which is 1/2" back of the shingles. I'm thinking 1" x 5" fascia after sealing up the weathering ends. Great camera work.

[@AroundTheHome1]

It can be an option if they are spaced on 16 in centers and not further out, and if they are the right length. Of course, against a facia board is better and it sounds like that is what you need to get them the right length. I don't have any gutter install videos, but take a look for some so you can see how to line them up. Also, if it is possible to get a drip edge there if you don't have one. Thank you! 😊 And thank you for watching. Check out hundreds more of our videos at www.aroundthehome.org

[@Shalmaneser1]

@@AroundTheHome1 Thanks for writing. I have 1/2" between ends & paper, 1/2" between paper & asphalt shingles. Looks like It's set up for facia, they just didn't get to it. yeah, drip edge. You and your people do good camerawork.

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[@iamcraiger]

nice tips, thanks

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[@slavisagambiroza5436]

How do yoy get the screws in there so quick/easy? is there a special attachment of your drill? Are they self drilling screws? How do they attach to your drill without you having to hold them? definitelly took me a lot more time to do this

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Good questions. It was a long time back so I don't know if they were self drilling or not. Honestly the metal is thin enough that just the sharp pointed gutter screws will cut in just fine. Now the bit for the drill, that is the trick. Use a 1/4" hex driver. It will have a magnet in it to hold the screw. This makes the job as easy as it looks.

[@slavisagambiroza5436]

ahh ok magnetic hex driver, thats it. Biggest disadvatage of being unexperienced, is not knowing that there is a tool for everything and what ita called. thanks!

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[@lepic56]

EXCELLENT VIDEO THANK'S

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[@waldowaldo3463]

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[@BasementEngineer]

These cheap and nasty gutter outlets are the bane of every homeowner with trees around his house. Why? Because they plug up so easily! The proper outlet is a funnel the full width of the bottom of the gutter and 9 inches long with a 3" x 3" outlet minimum. The transition from 9" to 3" is by inclined sides at 45 degrees. This will resist plugging with most foliage debris.

[@damonmcgee34]

Could you provide a link to a fabric abrasive blade? I cant seem to find any.

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Here is an Amazon link for the 10" blade www.amazon.com/DeWalt-DW8005-General-Purpose-Metal/dp/B00004YMCI/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00004YMCI&pd_rd_r=169d0045-019a-11e9-a088-a167811d1016&pd_rd_w=EyN5E&pd_rd_wg=WZFaL&pf_rd_p=7d5d9c3c-5e01-44ac-97fd-261afd40b865&pf_rd_r=Z9S6J3MK6MJK1T7PECSE&psc=1&refRID=Z9S6J3MK6MJK1T7PECSE&linkCode=ll1&tag=greatwhitenin-20&linkId=fc0fa81cd2dc8329760fe7c7cf3258e3&language=en_US Here is the 12" blade link www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW8022-12-Inch-Abrasive-Cutting/dp/B00004YMCU/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00004YMCU&pd_rd_r=7ee10bfc-019a-11e9-ae91-771b90899601&pd_rd_w=3jvo9&pd_rd_wg=4SSB3&pf_rd_p=18bb0b78-4200-49b9-ac91-f141d61a1780&pf_rd_r=2SM2C8W7CA1AT1R618GC&psc=1&refRID=2SM2C8W7CA1AT1R618GC&linkCode=ll1&tag=greatwhitenin-20&linkId=ede85837c73f6956f7a42301cbc2e5e1&language=en_US Thanks for watching. Don't forget to stop by our website www.greatwhiteninja.com

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Double check the arbor hole is 1" for the 12"blade. I don't have a 12" miter saw so I don't know if there are different sizes.

[@davemerenda1525]

Thanks!

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[@soloman1755]

Awesome 👍👍

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[@irblueflames69]

I hate prefab elbows they look terrible I like to do the downspout looking same texture all the way

[@andrewdaviston1413]

Lol old fat man productions 😂 loveit

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[@2awesome292]

Is it possible to bend the downspout so you don't have any joints?

[@AroundTheHome1]

I don't know of any tube benders for downspouts. Though that doesn't mean that it doesn't exist.

[@randyc5650]

No.

[@jessesorenson9988]

Yes you can. I do it every day... it's called a elbow machine

[@briangilliland3620]

Rough and ready...

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[@jorgeaguilar9474]

Damn i fucked up on the first part lol did a shitty job cuttin

[@rreasons64]

It's not called a corner it is called an elbow.....

[@Nic-bi2sz]

I get it!

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[@sunshineskates5377]

And it only took 30 mins in fast mo

[@garretmclemore4601]

find someone with a punch. takes about 3 seconds and youre done. but as far as 100 percent DIY with basic tools, this will work

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[@jonniefraz1376]

I feel this video may be helpful to the home weekend warrior, but I feel a "pro" would have used better downspout material and soldered the joints or at least cut and formed his own elbows. I feel preformed elbows are for amateurs and not "pros"

[@AroundTheHome1]

This is basically a pro tip for the weekend warrior. That being said it is the same method that the Pro Installers use in the south and mid-west for residential gutters. That's where I learned how to do this. I see that you liked a video of a gutter installer soldering his downspouts. I have only seen that method used for commercial application. Maybe where you live that is done for residential, but not around here. Screwing your downspouts together is really helpful with all the trees we have around here in case you need to take it apart for cleaning. Thanks for watching, and I am glad to help. Don't forget to stop by our website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@622mf]

Its only water...

[@dixoncider7256]

I have a question about my downspout connection to my gutters. My downspouts are 3x4, but the cut on the gutter is about 2x2 inches. In addition to this necking down the installer used sheet metal screws that catch all the debris. Flow to the downspout ends up being nothing and I have to clean my gutters about every two weeks. I was wondering if you have any solutions. I was thinking about adding another downspout up the line of the gutter about 5 feet and connecting it to the existing downspout.

[@AroundTheHome1]

Ok, I will do the best I can to answer your questions. I am surprised that your opening is only 2x2. If you take your downspout off you can enlarge the opening using the technique that I used here. I used sheet metal screws as well, but mine are for gutters meaning they are not only painted to match, but very short. If longer screws are used, I can see that they would catch everything. If you want to ditch the screws altogether then you can switch to pop rivets. I don't understand your last question. Connect it to the existing downspout? Actually, let me step back here. If your downspouts can handle the water flow from regular rain when they are not clogged, then I would not add more. Just address the problems you have with the small opening and long screws. Then maybe install some sort of leaf guard on them to keep debris from even entering. Thanks for watching, and I am glad to help. Don't forget to stop by our website www.greatwhiteninja.com

[@dixoncider7256]

Awesome. Opening the downspout is a great idea. I think I can open it up right from the top and using rivets instead is a good idea to prevent debris from snagging up. Thanks for the help.

[@AroundTheHome1]

No problem, good luck with your project.