Gutter Company Gutter Accessories and Components 3

Question 1

What is the function of a rain barrel diverter kit installed on a downspout?

Accepted Answer

To redirect a portion of downspout water into a rain barrel for collection while allowing overflow to continue down

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To speed up water flow through the downspout

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To filter pollutants from rainwater before it enters the soil

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To prevent downspout clogs during heavy rain

Question 2

What is a downspout band (also called a downspout strap or clip) used for?

Accepted Answer

To secure the downspout flush against the exterior wall

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To cap the bottom of the downspout

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To filter water at the downspout outlet

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To reduce water velocity inside the downspout

Question 3

Which of the following gutter guard designs works by using surface tension to carry water over a curved nose and into the gutter while debris falls off?

Accepted Answer

Reverse curve (surface tension) guard

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Micro-mesh guard

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Screen guard

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Brush insert guard

Question 4

When installing a K-style downspout, which shape accurately describes the typical cross-section profile?

Accepted Answer

Rectangular with corrugated ribs

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Perfectly round

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Half-round semicircle

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Oval

Question 5

What is the recommended maximum spacing between gutter hanger brackets for most residential aluminum gutters?

Accepted Answer

36 inches

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12 inches

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24 inches

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48 inches

Question 6

What type of gutter accessory is a 'leaf louver,' and how does it function?

Accepted Answer

A slotted insert placed inside the gutter that allows water in while deflecting debris upward and out

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A decorative panel attached to the front of the gutter

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A curved screen placed over the gutter opening

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A downspout baffle that reduces water noise

Question 7

Which of the following materials is NOT commonly used to manufacture downspout elbows in the US residential market?

Accepted Answer

Cast iron

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Aluminum

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Vinyl (PVC)

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Galvanized steel