Caring For Drainage & Downspouts
Make sure that you keep all drainage pipe exits and pop-up drain emitters free of ice, especially during the springtime thaw. If pop-ups or drain pipe ends become blocked by ice, the drainage from downspouts could back up and come out at the downspout, close to the foundation of the house. It is imperative that these drainage systems remain free flowing to get water away from the house as quickly as possible. It's a good idea to clear snow/ice from pop-ups when the weather is warm enough to start melting snow on your roof.