Description: Scuppers are used to provide an outlet through parapet walls or gravel stops on flat and built-up roofs to allow drainage of excess water. They can be used in conjunction with …

Feb 17, 2025 · Learn the pros and cons of gutters, drains, and scuppers to help you choose effective flat roof drainage solutions for your flat roof system.

Sep 8, 2023 · A scupper and downspout system consists of various components and materials designed to convey rainwater from a flat roof through the building’s facade to prevent water …

Jul 10, 2024 · A scupper is an opening or outlet typically located on the edge or parapet of a flat roof. It allows rainwater to drain off the roof surface and into downspouts or drainage pipes, …

A roof scupper is, as you may have guessed, a drainage system for flat roofs. It enables water to move through a gutter system, and works in conjunction with downspouts. A scupper can be …

Pros — Scuppers are a mid-to-low cost for a flat roof drain system. The wider they are, the easier they are to maintain as small twigs and leaves usually do not form a clog. Cons — The smaller …

Jan 6, 2025 · Roof scuppers are openings in the roof’s parapet wall or edge that channel water off the roof and away from the building. They work best when paired with downspouts or splash …

Oct 21, 2022 · Pros of Scuppers for Flat Roofs: Highly efficient drainage system. Cost-effective drainage system with easy maintenance. Rarely clogs when they are the correct size. Cons of …

Feb 23, 2023 · A roof scupper is a type of commercial roof drains that allows water to flow off a flat or low-sloped roof. Scuppers are typically located near the edges of the roof, and designed to …

Most residential flat roofs slope gently towards a collection point, which may be at one edge, or at a midpoint somewhere. We discuss three strategies for draining it further with help from …