Fixing an overhanging leaking drain?

shakenbake

Hi, I'm a complete DIY disaster. Hence, the pleb post !

I live in a relatviely new mid terraced house and a hole appears to have rusted inbetween me and my neighbour over crossing drain.

When it rains (pretty much every day!) the water comes down like a torrent onto our sperate deckings and fence etc, which can't be good.

I should really fix this but I haven't got a clue how. I'm figuring superglue isn't exactly the right thing to use? Any ideas?

shakenbake

Errr, lil help?

10-10-20

Err, rust?
How old is the drain?
If it's that old that it has rusted, then a full replacement may be required.
You could try sourcing a replacement section from Brooks or a similar supplier.

You could also consider asking your neighbour if she wants her boards and guttering replaced, it should lower the cost of the job somewhat.

shakenbake

The houses are no more than 5yrs old. There's about 5 houses in my terraced block.

It's a relatively small hole but lets alot of water through. Is their some sort of adhesive I can use to try to block it first ?

10-10-20

Well, yes you could use some Silicon Sealant to mask the hole, or you can get specialised gutter sealants as well. These are more likely to be more stable over time.

But what I think you need to look at is why the hole has appeared. If it's rust in a tin/plated gutter, is it wtill under awrranty. If it's a loose or faulty gutter support causing sagging and pooling, you need to fix this.
Can you photograph the problem?

shakenbake

I've tried emailing the managment company to get guidance on the matter about four times now, just to see if they cover it. No response!

I'll hopefully find out if it's under warrenty though.

I'll snap a pic later for you! Thanks a million.