Purpose of the Zip Hinge
- Assures the downspout extension stays firmly attached to your gutter system while protecting your home's foundation.
- Provides you the ability to move your downspout extension to a vertical position while doing various outdoor tasks (i.e. gardening, mowing, edging, landscaping, mulching, shoveling and so on).
Independently from the apparent reasons...benefits, value and convenience of being able to lift your downspout extension in a vertical position, there is a substantial constant threat to your home’s foundation. When not having your downspout extension securely attached it has an inability to divert water away from the home, resulting in damage.
Your gutter systems downspout is arguably the number one most important integral part of this system. Downspouts move water out of the gutter system and away from the substructure, landscaping and so forth. When a downspout extension is not properly connected and/or fastened it compromises the entire system. Water can and will often times trickle into your foundation, basement and cause serious damage to the building’s landscaping and footing.
Professional rehab or repair estimates for cleaning a flooded basement range anywhere from $1,500 to $6,000 and up. The real problem is that most homeowners’ insurance will only cover disasters, and typically will not cover damage occurring from failure to perform routine maintenance.
DIY Installation
The Zip Hinge is a perfect Do It Yourself (DIY) product because it is quick and easy to install! The Zip Hinge requires absolutely no skill whatsoever and Installation takes 1-2 minutes at max!
Save Time!
Zip Hinge is great when doing all types of yard work and lawn improvement projects; mowing, edging, landscaping, gardening, mulching, flowering, planting, etc. The Zip Hinge gives you the ability to flip your gutter downspout extension vertically so you can move freely around it when working. TIME is irreplaceable and once it's gone it's gone forever...so save time when working with the Zip Hinge so you can free up more personal time so you can spend more time doing the things you love to do.
Safety
It is also creates a safer environment when hosting outdoor activities; family get togethers, parties, BBQ’s, child playdates, etc. Having the ability to move your gutter downspout extension up off of the ground can help limit trips and falls as well as damage to your downspout.
- Safer environment for kids to play - no tripping
- Safer environment for elderly people - no tripping
Potential Risks Of Not Having A Zip Hinge
- Foundation and/or Substructure Damage
- Basement Flooding & Potential Mold Growth
- Landscape Damage
- Personal Injury
STOP
- Mowing Around Your Gutter Downspout Extension
- Shoveling Around Your Gutter Downspout Extension
- Edging Around Your Gutter Downspout Extension
- Gardening Around Your Gutter Downspout Extension
- Planting Around Your Gutter Downspout Extension
- Landscaping Around Your Gutter Downspout Extension
Zip Hinge
- Inexpensive
- Easy to Install (DIY)
- Reliable
- Life Time Warranty
Common Install & Repair Costs
*National Average
- Foundation Repair $4479
- Patio or Pathway Repair $1565
- Mold Removal $2000-$4000
- Lawn Re-sloping $1940
- Install Landscaping $3966
- Install Sod $2023
- Install Turf $4768
- Install Drain $3737
- Install Turf $4768
- Install Lanscape Curbing $1405
- Deliver Soil, Mulch or Rocks $866
National Average Fuel Costs and Rising
- Regular Grade $3.64~
- Mid Grade $3.83~
- Premium Grade $4.01~
- Diesel $3.93~
Product Replacement Costs
*Downspout
- 2x3 Aluminum Downspout $8.87 per piece
- 3x4 Aluminum Downspout $12.56 per piece
- PVC Downspout $5.96-$11.87 per piece
(Non-Zip Hinge) Repair Cost Formula
+ Gas
+ Downspout Replacement Cost
+ Elbow Replacement Cost
+ Accessory Cost (zip screws)
+ Tools (snips)
+ Your Time (x=transportation + waiting checkout line + Installation)
Your Total Cost = x
*Chances are you will have to the above many times over
Zip Hinge Cost Formula
+ Zip Hinge (includes: Zip Screws and Clasp)
+ Your Time (x = Placing Order: 30 seconds + Installation: 60 seconds)
- Gas-Zero
- Shipping (free)
- Downspout Replacement Cost
- Elbow Replacement Cost
Your Total Cost = x
