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How To Purchase A Replacement Flat Roof Drain

Flat roof drains are often subjected to heavy weathering and regular wear and tear. As a result, their parts—including domes, rings, sump pans, and clamps—sometimes break, crack or rust over time,..
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How To Purchase A Replacement Flat Roof Drain
Aug 15, 2022
How To Purchase A Replacement Flat Roof Drain
Flat roof drains are often subjected to heavy weathering and regular wear and tear. As a result, their parts—including domes, rings, sump pans, and clamps—sometimes break, crack or rust over time,...
What Is A Retrofit Drain And How To Install One
Aug 15, 2022
What Is A Retrofit Drain And How To Install One
When reroofing or removing an existing drain, a replacement drain needed. This is where retrofit drains are used, as they replace the broken or corroded roof drains easily with almost no...
What Is The Weight Of Water?
Aug 15, 2022
What Is The Weight Of Water?
All drainage systems are designed as if the piping is full of water, even though the pipe will rarely, if ever, be full. Reason being, if unaccounted for, the weight of the water in a piping system...
What To Consider Before Shopping For A Roof Drain
Aug 15, 2022
What To Consider Before Shopping For A Roof Drain
Unfortunately, there is no one-size fits all tip sheet for selecting a commercial roof drain. Every roof is build differently, local weather patterns create unique requirements and ever manufacturer...
Where Can I Buy A Flat Roof Drain?
Aug 15, 2022
Where Can I Buy A Flat Roof Drain?
Most commercial roof drain manufacturers sell their products through third parties, namely: Sales reps. Distributors (like Hy-TechRoof.com). Sales Reps Sales reps usually cover specific regional...
Which Is A Better Roof Drain Dome: Cast Iron Or PVC?
Aug 15, 2022
Which Is A Better Roof Drain Dome: Cast Iron Or PVC?
Even though they just sit there, roof drains take a surprising amount of abuse. They are completely exposed to extreme heat in the summer and cold in the winter. In addition, they are low enough to...
How To Measure Scupper Drain Rings
Aug 15, 2022
How To Measure Scupper Drain Rings
What are Scupper Drains? Scupper Drains funnel roof water directly out of a parapet wall via a downspout nozzle or the piping in between. The water flows into an external drain leader on the exterior...
How To Measure For Flat Roof Drain Replacement Parts
Aug 15, 2022
How To Measure For Flat Roof Drain Replacement Parts
Over the life of your roof, your drains will be subjected to a lot of abuse—rain, sleet, snow, construction, excessive heat and cold, debris, etc. This can wear down, or even break your drain,...
How To Install A Marathon Aluminator Retrofit Drain
Aug 15, 2022
How To Install A Marathon Aluminator Retrofit Drain
The Marathon Aluminator Retrofit drain is engineered to replace most types of broken roof drains while maintaining a strong, watertight seal. Its innovative design allows the retrofit drain to be...
How To Avoid Clogged Flat Roof Drains
Aug 15, 2022
How To Avoid Clogged Flat Roof Drains
Large commercial and residential flat roofs, especially those with parapet walls, are catchalls for any and all sort of debris, including leaves, twigs, plastic bags, etc. These roofs typically have...
How Much Water Can Flow Through A Pipe (GPM/GPH)?
Aug 15, 2022
How Much Water Can Flow Through A Pipe (GPM/GPH)?
We regularly get asked about the water flow capacity of different pipe sizes, and which is the best roof drain for a specific pipe size. Unfortunately, recommendations aren't that straightforward...
How Do I Fix A Cracked Roof Drain?
Aug 15, 2022
How Do I Fix A Cracked Roof Drain?
If you’ve noticed water dripping or spots on the ceiling, you may have a cracked roof drain. Even small hairline cracks can lead to water issues. The following steps will help you determine where the...
How And When To Inspect A Flat Roof Drain
Aug 15, 2022
How And When To Inspect A Flat Roof Drain
On large, flat roofs, mainly on commercial buildings or large residential complexes, you’ll likely find internal drainage systems. Unlike scupper or gutter drainage systems, in which water flows off...
Glossary Of Common Roof Drain And Parts Terms
Aug 15, 2022
Glossary Of Common Roof Drain And Parts Terms
When shopping for an industrial or commercial roof drain or replacement part, it is important to be clear with a manufacturer or distributor what you need. Otherwise, you may inadvertently end up...
5 Steps To Calculate Total Roof Drains Needed
Aug 15, 2022
5 Steps To Calculate Total Roof Drains Needed
Step by Step Instructions There are 5 easy steps to figure out how many drains your commercial roofing project will need. Step 1: Calculate total roof area Calculate the total roof area by...
Where to Find Replacement Roof Drain Parts When Disaster Strikes
Sep 14, 2017
Where to Find Replacement Roof Drain Parts When Disaster Strikes
Whenever a natural disaster occurs, uncertainty tends to come with it. As businesses and building owners assess the damage caused by Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, we’re getting a lot of...
How to Purchase a Replacement Cast-Iron Roof Drain
Jul 28, 2017
How to Purchase a Replacement Cast-Iron Roof Drain
Commercial cast-iron roof drains are often subjected to heavy weathering and regular wear and tear. As a result, their parts—including domes, rings, sump pans, and clamps—sometimes break, crack or...
Glossary of Common Commercial Roof Drain and Parts Terms
Jul 26, 2017
Glossary of Common Commercial Roof Drain and Parts Terms
When shopping for an industrial or commercial roof drain or replacement part, it is important to be clear with a manufacturer or distributor what you need. Otherwise, you may inadvertently end up...

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