Downpipe

1 min read Updated 6 Jul 2026 DrainSpy Brisbane
In short The vertical pipe carrying roof water from the gutter down to the stormwater drain or dispersal point.

Downpipes move serious volumes in a Brisbane storm — a single downpipe can serve tens of square metres of roof. Each should connect to a proper stormwater system; downpipes discharging at their base saturate foundations and cause damp problems.

Blocked or disconnected downpipes are among the most common — and most fixable — causes of overflowing gutters and wet walls.

What Is It For?

Transfers roof runoff from gutters into the stormwater system.

Where You'll Find It

On external walls at intervals along guttering, connecting below ground.

Common Problems

  • Leaf blockages at the gutter outlet or in bends
  • Disconnection from the underground system at the base
  • Rust-out in old metal downpipes

How DrainSpy Brisbane Deals With It

A CCTV drain inspection is the standard way to confirm whether this is what's happening in your pipes: the camera shows the condition on screen, a locator pinpoints the exact position and depth, and you get a recorded report before any repair decisions are made.

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