Gutter Design Course
Gain expertise in gutter design for residential and commercial construction. Master sizing gutters and downspouts with rainfall data and calculations, safeguard foundations from erosion, and create code-compliant specifications for durable installations that minimize leaks, clogs, and costly repairs.

4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This course teaches proper sizing and placement of gutters and downspouts using U.S. rainfall data, roof geometry, and hydrology calculations. You'll learn to interpret NOAA and building code tables, select profiles and materials, verify hydraulic capacity, and design safe runoff discharge to protect foundations. Complete with documentation, installation guidelines, and maintenance practices to enhance longevity and avoid water damage.
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Develop skills
- Calculate roof drainage: quickly size gutters based on roof area and rainfall intensity.
- Design downspouts: determine optimal spacing, sizes, and positions for reliable, clog-resistant flow.
- Protect building foundations: direct runoff safely to grade and avoid soil erosion.
- Specify gutter systems: detail installation requirements for slopes, supports, and connections.
- Produce code-compliant designs: apply NOAA and ASCE data for approved gutter configurations.
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