Above Slab Gutter System

While this is the cheaper of the two choices the above slab basement drain has a couple of distinct shortcomings.

Above slab gutter system.

Vinyl gutter the amerimax k style 10 ft. It can be done in one of several ways. An open system is well suited to an unfinished basement. 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.

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. This channel sits at the base of the wall collecting excess water and draining it to the sump basin. From foundation or to underground catchment system not connected to the foundation drain system that discharges water 10 ft. Featuring a brown color and traditional k style design this gutter will complement your home.

And designate it to an area through the use of downspouts. The amerimax k style 10 ft. If you are interested in harvesting rainwater you can even add a rain water harvesting system to your gutter system. The above slab gutter system is a drainage channel that is attached to the foundation wall and floor slab.

Regardless of the type of foundation your home sits on water control is important. With a crush and dent proof design this gutter can withstand extreme temperatures from 40 to 150 degrees fahrenheit. Vinyl gutter has rust free vinyl construction for durability. The major leakage zone in any basement is the perimeter where basement walls meet the slab floor.