How to Install a Downspout Extension Hinge | Fold-Up Gutter Extension

How to Install a Downspout Extension Hinge | Fold-Up Gutter Extension Downspout extension hinge installation, fold-up gutter extension, hinged downspout extension, and how to keep water away from your foundation. In this Fix It John video, I show how to measure, cut, and install a downspout extension hinge so you can move rainwater away from your home and fold the extension up when mowing. Hey guys, Fix It John here! In this video, I show how to install a downspout extension hinge and hook a long downspout extension to your gutter downspout. I also show a few little tricks to make store-bought parts fit better, like pinching the metal slightly with pliers, trimming the extension at the right angle, and checking for bind before you fasten everything down. This is a simple home improvement project that can help keep damaging water away from your house and reduce moisture problems around the foundation. The fold-up hinge also makes it easier to mow the grass without fighting the downspout extension every time. Affiliate link for a product I use and trust: https://amzn.to/484H2Bm I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. 00:00 Downspout Extension Hinge Installation Overview 00:18 Making Store-Bought Parts Fit Better 00:46 How the Hinge Connects to the Downspout 01:18 Marking and Cutting the Downspout at 45 Degrees 02:27 Cutting the Extension With Tin Snips 03:09 Doubling the Metal for More Rigidity 03:25 Test Fit and Trimming for a Better Angle 03:46 Checking for Bind Before Fastening It 04:02 Fastening the Hinge With Self-Tapping Screws 04:42 Adding Extra Screws for Strength 04:56 Cutting the Downspout Extension to Fold Properly 05:17 Final Fold-Up Test and Why I Did Not Need the Latch In this video I cover: How to install a downspout extension hinge How to measure and cut a downspout extension How to fit a fold-up gutter extension How to keep water away from your home How to make a gutter extension easier to mow around Important note: Before fastening everything down, make sure the extension does not bind when you fold it up. Test fit it first so you do not have to redo your work. If this video helped you, please like, subscribe, and leave a comment. It helps the channel and helps other people find the video. If this video has been helpful to you and you want to support the channel, here is my PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/fixitjohn #DownspoutExtension #GutterRepair #GutterMaintenance #DownspoutHinge #HomeImprovement #DIYHomeRepair #FixItJohn Disclaimer: This video is for entertainment and general information purposes only. Always use proper safety precautions, wear protective gear, and follow manufacturer instructions. Any repair or project you attempt is at your own risk. Fix It John is not responsible for any injury, damage, or loss resulting from the use of this information.