What Is That Box at the Top of the Downspout?
On some buildings, water does not enter a vertical downspout directly.
Instead, it first enters a:
Conductor head
also called a:
- Leader head
- Collector head
What Does It Do?
The component receives water from:
- Scuppers
- Gutters
- Roof outlets
then directs it into the downspout below.
Why Use One?
Depending on the architecture, conductor heads can:
- Collect runoff from a wide opening
- Provide a transition into a smaller downspout
- Add decorative character
Does It Increase Drainage Capacity Automatically?
Not necessarily.
The downstream:
- Downspout size
- Outlet
- Ground drainage
still need to handle the water.
Maintenance Still Matters
A collector box can accumulate:
- Leaves
- Debris
- Ice
and should remain clear.
A Decorative Drainage Detail Still Needs a Clear Water Path.
Envirotech Exteriors can inspect conductor heads, downspouts, and discharge locations as one drainage system.