Buchner Manufacturing

About

In 1979, Gerry Buchner founded Buchner Manufacturing Inc. to create durable, user-friendly building materials after facing poor product quality as an installer. Today, BMI is a leading North American manufacturer known for integrity, quality, and customer service across its Ontario facilities.

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Benefits

Beyond the obvious practicality of having a convenient way to lift and move around your gutter downspout, there is substantial risk involved in not having a gutter extension securely and professionally attached and diverting water away from your foundation. The downspout is arguably the most important aspect of the entire gutter system since it is this one section that funnels all water out and away from your home’s foundation. In the event that the gutter extension is improperly secured or otherwise compromised, water can seep into your basement and cause serious damage. Professional estimates for cleaning a flooded basement can range from $2,000 to $5,000. What’s worse, while most homeowners’ insurance will cover disasters, it will oftentimes not cover damage occurring from the homeowner’s failure to perform expected maintenance. You can easily and quickly protect your home with the addition of the tough & reliable gutter Zip Hinge.

Paint to Match

Zip Hinges come in white. You can brush or spray paint to match any downspout color.

Universal Fit

Fits any size square or rectangle commercial or residential downspout. 

Easy to Use

Raises for mowing and landscaping. Easy to lower when you are done.

Quick Installation

Ease of installation makes it quick to install. Most installations take 1 minute.

Strong Construction

Sturdy construction & design means no callbacks

Made in the USA

Manufactured in Omaha, Nebraska.

Recyclable

Manufactured from 99% recycled aluminum.

Optional “Dogbone” Clasp

Each Zip Hinge package includes an optional clasp that attaches to the downspout and prevents it from falling when raised.

Lifetime Warranty

Zip Hinges come with a lifetime warranty to the original purchaser.

Installation

Tools Required: Tin Snips, 8 Zip Screws*, 1/4” Hex Bit and a Drill
(*Zip screws are not included)

Download Printable Installation Instructions

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Installation Instructions

Step 1

Using tin snips, cut out a 45-degree angled section of the downspout extension.

Step 2

Slide the Zip Hinge onto the elbow of the downspout and secure it with zip screws. Make sure the Zip Hinge is fully seated before attaching.

Step 3

Slide the cut section of the downspout extension into the Zip Hinges and secure with zip screws. Make sure the downspout is fully seated before attaching.

Optional “Dogbone” Installation Instructions

Step 1

Bend the clasp at notches to approximately 20 degrees.

Step 2

Use a zip screw or 1/8” rivet to attach the clasp 3/4 inches above raised downspout extension.

Step 3

Rotate the clasp to a vertical position to hold the downspout extension upright.