roof drainage

ROOF DRAINAGE

Your roof is the first line of defense to protect your home against whatever Mother Nature throws at it—snow, rain, or even hail. Unfortunately, this water doesn’t sit on your roof. It needs to go somewhere. That’s where the roof drainage system comes in. Next, let’s look at what it is and determine what you can do to make sure yours is correct.

WHAT IS ROOF DRAINAGE?

It is made up of different roof parts that are meant to direct water, debris, and any other kind of rain or snow off the roof and into the right places.

WHAT MAKES UP THE ROOF DRAINAGE SYSTEM?

The drainage system starts with the design of the home. A roof has ridges, valleys, and other areas that use gravity to direct water. Firstly, in a sloped home, each component relies on gravity to move the water. Secondly, with a flat roof, a system of drainage pipes, scuppers, and other components are set up. Does your home have ridges or drainage pipes?

On top of the roof structure, many components work with the drainage system. It is the flashing, gutters, and downspouts that direct the water into appropriate areas instead of having water and debris drain off all over your property or driveway. Therefore, if water is sitting where it should not be, it is time to consult with a roofer to remedy the excess drainage issue.

The gutter and downspout system is not just bolted onto the roof system. It is actually engineered in a way that moves the water and debris off of your roof with efficiency. So, it keeps gutters from getting clogged with debris and makes it easier for them to move large amounts of water.

WHAT IF MY ROOF DRAINAGE IS POOR?

If you regularly deal with backed up or standing water, have your drainage system checked up on. Don’t wait! Get a certified roofing contractor out to your home. He makes recommendations to give you the best roof drainage possible. Schedule a consultation and hear back from us within 24 hours.

In conclusion, to learn more about the right drainage solution for your home, call Highland Residential & Commercial Roofing at 1 (888) 55-ROOFER. Our roofing company serves all of North Carolina. We look forward to working with you!