Rain gutters have been around for thousands of years. They were first developed by the Indus Valley World around 3,000 BC as well as were simply clay drains pipes covered with blocks. Eventually, the Roman Realm included rain gutters to roads as well as pathways to catch rainwater. This old civilization also brought rain gutters to England around 47 AD, when the Norman Empire ruled. During this moment, many buildings were rebuilded with rock roofing systems and also parapets embellished with gargoyles.