Should a patio slope away from the house?
It commonly needs suitable falls to manage water, but the correct arrangement depends on the site and drainage strategy.
A patio should not create a route for rainwater towards the building. Finished levels, falls, thresholds, drainage channels and existing ground conditions need to work together.
If water regularly pools against walls or crosses thresholds, the drainage and levels should be assessed.
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It commonly needs suitable falls to manage water, but the correct arrangement depends on the site and drainage strategy.
Only if it is correctly positioned and has a suitable outlet.
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