Above Slab Gutter System

The most commonly used in my experience and the most difficult and unsightly to accomplish is to build a cement curb on the slab a couple of inches from the base of the walls.

Above slab gutter system.

Above slab with open drain. With a crush and dent proof design this gutter can withstand extreme temperatures from 40 to 150 degrees fahrenheit. Featuring a brown color and traditional k style design this gutter will complement your home. From foundation or to underground catchment system not connected to the foundation drain system that discharges water 10 ft.

A gutter system is designed to channel water away from the base of your home. An open system is well suited to an unfinished basement. The major leakage zone in any basement is the perimeter where basement walls meet the slab floor. The amerimax k style 10 ft.

It can be done in one of several ways. Drytrak interior basement drainage system for monolithic foundations prevents flooding by controlling water leaking into basement. Vinyl gutter has rust free vinyl construction for durability. 3 2 for homes that don t have a slab on grade foundation and do have expansive or collapsible soils gutters downspouts provided that empty to lateral piping that discharges water on sloping final grade 5 ft.

Regardless of the type of foundation your home sits on water control is important. And designate it to an area through the use of downspouts. If you are interested in harvesting rainwater you can even add a rain water harvesting system to your gutter system. While this is the cheaper of the two choices the above slab basement drain has a couple of distinct shortcomings.