An efficient drainage system is essential for a building

It is a manifested fact that life without water is not possible. But the same element may become catastrophic if proper provisions are not made for its disposal. Accumulation of water in places where it is not desired may cause damage to the property. Even if it is present in minimal amounts or in a serene form like vapor, it can result in destruction of excessively hard materials like metals and wood due to the formation of moulds.

You might have come across a situation when you might have got trapped due to excessive accumulation of water thereby causing roadblocks. To avoid such unpleasant situations, a proper drainage design should be laid so that the excess water is drained away through a proper channel and therefore avoiding any loss to property. A drainage system can be laid in two ways which are surface drainage and sub- surface drainage systems. The surface drainage system, as its name states, is constructed to let the water drain from the land surface which can be connected to shallow ditches. Whereas, the sub- surface drainage systems make the use of wide and deep drain pipes that extend to under the ground.

The underground drainage system requires the usage of trusted materials that can handle the expected pressure and should be durable and long lasting. For an underground drainage system design, skilled engineers and statisticians play a vital role. The design team has to take care of various important points like the condition of soil, the capacity and depth of the pipe required. As per the requirements, the specifications of the materials used may vary.

Designing of a drainage system is a prime consideration while laying the foundation stone of a building, whether it is your home or a commercial building like an office, a shopping mall or an institution. Also the proper and timely maintenance of such a system is a must.