Blocked Gutter Downpipe 100%
Asphalt shingles shed granules over time due to weathering and UV degradation. These granules are heavy and settle at the bottom of gutters and inside downpipe elbows. Over time, they create a concrete-like sediment that hardens within the pipe, severely restricting flow diameter.
A blocked gutter downpipe can occur due to various reasons, including: blocked gutter downpipe
When a downpipe is blocked, the hydraulic load of the gutter system shifts from controlled drainage to uncontrolled overflow. The consequences are structural, aesthetic, and safety-related. Asphalt shingles shed granules over time due to