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    Bazzer Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    #1

    Oct 20, 2008, 01:37 PM
    How do I connect a rainwater down pipe to a sewer?
    A strap Boss is only for 40mm pipe, rainwater pipe comes in 65mm how else can they be connected?
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    Oct 20, 2008, 02:07 PM

    Most city codes will not allow rain downspouting to be connected to the sewer systems.

    The debris flowing through a downspout doesn't break down and clogs the sewer with things like leaves building up till it needs vacuumed out.

    I am not sure if this is any help.

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    Oct 21, 2008, 07:11 AM
    I agree, I think that things should be arranged so no water leaves any lot. Putting extra water in the sewer system increases the load on the treatment plant and costs a lot to treat water that does not need it.

    Good luck Roger
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    Oct 21, 2008, 07:16 PM

    Sorry Bazzer, both posts are 100% right on. Should not do this but ask your city sewer department to be certain.

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