Rainwater diverter

Abstract

This rainwater diverter is easily installed in a downspout of a building. It results in a totally enclosed system that is easy to maintain and winterize. Complete with a debris filter, overflow, and two large outlets it can divert the maximum amount of rainwater from the gutter to a rain collection unit and/or rain garden. I have taken all of these desired features and put them in one affordable, aesthetically pleasing unit.

1 . The rainwater diverter which comprises:
 a unit to be installed in a downspout, a debris filter, an overflow unit, two outlets, and two rubber plugs.   
     
     
         2 . The rainwater diverter of  claim 1 , wherein the unit further includes:
 a top lip and lower chute for mounting onto a structure by removing a specified section of the downspout and inserting the rainwater diverter and downspout straps and securing with screw; and   an open top to allow any size downspout to discharge water into the rainwater diverter; and   the distance around the lower chute allows for a downspout of any size depth and up to a 4″ width; and   no disturbance of the original placement of the upper and lower portions of the downspout after installation.   
     
     
         3 . The rainwater diverter of  claim 1 , wherein the debris filter includes:
 a UV resistant material normally used in the industry for gutter filters; and   a solid molded center for diverting water flow to the edges; and   two outer mesh areas for collecting roof debris; and   the storage of the plugs as handles; and   ease of removal for cleaning.   
     
     
         4 . The rainwater diverter of  claim 1 , wherein the unit includes an overflow:
 to compensate for any extra rainwater coming down the downspout or back into the diverter from a collection unit that is full; and   to direct the rainwater down the original downspout.   
     
     
         5 . The rainwater diverter of  claim 1 , wherein the unit includes two outlets:
 to attach two 1¼″ ID tubes that will then connect to two separate collection units, resulting in maximum rainwater collection; and   that results in a closed system thus avoiding algae, mosquitoes, and rodent entry.   
     
     
         6 . The rainwater diverter of  claim 1 , wherein the use of the rubber plugs includes:
 plugging off one or both outlets from the inside for any situation; and   eliminating the need to disconnect tubing; and   utilizing them as handles when connected to the debris filter.