roof drainage

Eaves water management

Roof drainage is the system that channels rainwater and snowmelt off a roof and away from a building.

This includes gutters, downspouts, scuppers, and interior drains.

Proper roof drainage prevents water damage to the structure and foundation: The building inspector noted problems with the roof drainage.

Related

downspout extension · drainpipe · rust prevention · debris removal · flashing · ice dam · standing water · water damage · leader · soffit

Opposites
water management function

roof drainagerainwater harvesting

Gathering precipitation for later use

shingles · retention pond · water infiltration

direction of water flow

roof drainagewater intake

Amount of liquid drunk

roof leak · water infiltration

building system location

roof drainageFrench drain

Subsurface water diversion system

basement waterproofing · storm sewer

Family

roof, roofs, roofed, roofing, roofer, roofers, rooftop, rooftops, drain

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G