Roof Drains For Flat Roofs

It is very critical to position drains for maximum effect.

Roof drains for flat roofs.

Roof drains on flat roofs are one of the most problematic objects. There are three types of drain systems commonly used on flat roofs. The average flat roof does not have an optimized draining system. There are roof coating products available if there isn t enough slant or slope to accomplish this.

So often we find that inner drains are high on the roof causing water to pool around them. Interior drains on flat roofs are commonly used in urban areas. A major maintenance issue shared between all types of roof drains is debris removal. Each of these systems has its own pros and cons.

Inner roof drains are used on flat roofs and include a low section or channel that collects water and feeds it into a concealed drain that leads to an underground drainage system. The drain runs through the building and connects to a storm drain or in some communities where it is still allowed to the sewer system. Scuppers are the most effective drainage solution for flat roofs. Most draining systems on flat roofs have a poor design or are not correctly installed.

There are three types of drain systems on a flat roof. The main benefit of inner drains is that the system is hidden from view. With this system large square openings are made along the edge of the roof that shoot the water away from the side of the building.