How to protect roof from rain without gutters

Water is diverted from the roof edge by a drip edge.  It keeps rain from leaking into ceilings and walls and is simple to install.

Install Drip Edge Flashing

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Build or add minor overhangs if you can.  Even a small shift prevents rainfall from hitting your walls directly.

Extend Roof Overhangs

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Metal strips that are attached to the roof are called rain diverters.  They divert rain away from windows, doors, and entrance.

Use Rain Diverters

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Make the soil slope away from your house.  Even in missing of gutters, this prevents rainwater from collecting close to the base.

Create Ground Drainage Channels

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A French drain removes water by using underground pipes and sand.  When it rains a lot, it does wonders without being noticed.

French Drains

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Moisture cannot get into the roof thanks to a waterproof coating.  It keeps the life of your roof and is reasonably priced.

Apply Waterproof Roof Coating

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To collect rainwater, place tanks or barrels at the borders of the roof.  In addition to saving water, it stops splashing close to the ground.

Use Rain Barrels or Catchment

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