Roof Drains For Flat Roofs

So often we find that inner drains are high on the roof causing water to pool around them.

Roof drains for 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. The positioning design and installation of a drainage system are one of the most important factors to have a relatively low maintenance roof. Most draining systems on flat roofs have a poor design or are not correctly installed.

The main benefit of inner drains is that the system is hidden from view. Interior drains on flat roofs are commonly used in urban areas. Each of these systems has its own pros and cons. A major maintenance issue shared between all types of roof drains is debris removal.

There are three types of drain systems on a flat roof. 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. Inner drains are resistant to freezing but can require careful maintenance to prevent problems. 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.

There are three types of drain systems commonly used on flat roofs. Scuppers are the most effective drainage solution for flat roofs. It is very critical to position drains for maximum effect.