Do:

• Regularly check downspouts for clogs and debris
• Install a gutter guard system to catch leaves, pine needles, or other materials that can cause drainage issues
• Check the slope of walkways and driveways to ensure proper runoff
• Clean gutters regularly to avoid the buildup of organic material that may block water flow
• Check drainage pipes for blockages or breaks and repair them as soon as possible

Don't: 

• Neglect regular drainage maintenance
• Ignore potential warning signs of a drainage issue, such as water pooling around foundation walls or basements flooding after heavy rains
• Overload downspouts with too much debris
• Allow landscaping or other materials to block drainage paths
• Allow roof runoff to drain into the ground without a proper collection system in place 

What Types of Commercial Drainage Systems Are There?

• Surface drains - These are typically found in parking lots and garages. They act as a catch basin for stormwater runoff that can then be directed away from the property.
• Subsurface drains - This type of system directs water away from buildings and other areas where flooding may cause damage.
• Curtain drains - These are long, shallow trenches dug along a property line to help redirect water away from the building or structure.
• Retention basins - A retention basin is a large pit that collects stormwater and allows it to slowly filter into the ground rather than running off the property.

Roof drainage systems for commercial properties include: 

• Gutters and downspouts - This system collects water from the roof and directs it away from the building. It is important to keep these systems clean and unclogged in order to prevent overflow.
• Internal drains - This system captures rainwater from the roof and sends it to an internal drainage system within the building. 

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