Outdoor projects
Patio drainage checklist
Drainage questions before or after patio installation.
Short answer
Patios can change runoff patterns around a home. Planning should consider slope, drains, joints, foundation distance, adjacent doors, and where water exits.
Checklist
- Check slope away from the house.
- Plan for heavy rainfall overflow.
- Avoid trapping water at doors or walls.
- Save contractor drainage details.
Home Drainage Planner
Use the patio drainage planning checklist.
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Administrative and educational resource only. This guide is not inspection, engineering, legal, medical, or water-safety advice. Confirm local requirements and property-specific decisions with qualified professionals and official local agencies.