Roof Drainage Services in Tulsa, OK
Water is the single biggest enemy of a roof and a foundation — and in Tulsa, the combination of heavy spring storms, summer downbursts, and freeze-thaw winters makes drainage the difference between a 20-year roof and a 7-year roof. Proof Construction has designed and installed complete drainage systems across the Tulsa metro since 2015. We're an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor with an A+ BBB rating and 4.9★ across 127+ reviews. Every drainage job starts with a free inspection and a photo-documented plan — no guesswork, no overselling.
Gutter Systems — Install & Repair
Seamless aluminum gutters in 5-inch and 6-inch K-style profiles, sized for Tulsa's rainfall intensity and matched to your fascia and trim. We replace sagging or leaking troughs, re-hang gutters pulled loose by ice, and seal end caps and joints that drip. We also install and repair half-round and commercial box gutters on older Tulsa properties.
Downspout Routing & Extensions
A gutter is only half the system. We route downspouts so water discharges 5–10 feet from the foundation — using rigid extensions, splash blocks, or buried pipe. We reposition downspouts that drain onto walkways, patios, or neighbors' lots, and connect them to French drains or dry wells where standing water is a problem.
French Drains & Yard Drainage
When the yard can't absorb the water, it has to go somewhere. We install perimeter French drains, channel drains, and catch basins that collect roof runoff and surface water and carry it to a safe discharge point. Perforated pipe, washed stone, and geotextile fabric — installed with the right slope the first time.
Grading & Regrading
Settled soil and flat lots are the quiet killers of Tulsa foundations. We grade and regrade around the home so the first 10 feet of ground slopes away from the foundation — at least 6 inches of drop — and build drainage swales to move water around the structure instead of through it.
Ice Dam Prevention
Tulsa's freeze-thaw winters turn attic heat loss into ice dams at the eaves, backing meltwater under your shingles. We attack both sides of the problem: attic air sealing, ventilation, and insulation to stop the melt, plus roof-edge ice-and-water shield, heat cables, and snow guards to manage what's already there.
Flat Roof & Standing Water Drainage
Ponding water that sits 48+ hours destroys flat roof membranes and adds tons of structural load. We install and clear roof drains, scuppers, and overflow ports, and fix low spots with tapered insulation systems so commercial and residential flat roofs drain positively. See flat roof repair.
Foundation Protection
Every gallon of water your roof sheds is a gallon that shouldn't sit against your foundation. Gutters, routed downspouts, and positive grading work together to prevent basement seepage, crawlspace moisture, slab settlement, and the hairline cracks that become structural repairs. It's the cheapest insurance your house can buy.
Gutter Guards & Maintenance
Leaf screens, micro-mesh guards, and scheduled cleaning keep Tulsa's oak, pine, and cottonwood debris from clogging your system — because a clogged gutter is no gutter at all. We flush downspouts, check hangers and pitch, and photo-document everything so you know exactly what your system looks like. More home services.
Signs Your Tulsa Home Needs Drainage Work
Drainage problems announce themselves in ways most homeowners misread. If you see any of these, schedule a free inspection before the damage compounds:
- Gutters overflowing during rain, or water pouring over the front edge instead of into the downspout
- Sagging, pulling away, or leaking gutter sections — usually ice damage or failed hangers
- Downspouts discharging right against the foundation or onto concrete that runs toward the house
- Water pooling in the yard 24+ hours after rain, especially near the foundation
- Mud splatter on siding, eroded soil beds, or washed-out mulch lines under the eaves
- Basement or crawlspace dampness, musty odors, or efflorescence on foundation walls
- Ice dams and icicles along the eaves in winter
- Standing water on a flat roof 48+ hours after a storm
Many drainage problems are covered by homeowners insurance when they follow storm damage — gutters torn loose by hail or wind, for example. We document damage forensically and can meet your adjuster on site. See how insurance claims work.
Roof Drainage Cost Guide — Tulsa (2026 Estimates)
Every property is different, but here's what Tulsa homeowners and businesses typically invest in roof drainage work. These are 2026 market estimates, not quotes — Proof Construction provides free, itemized estimates after inspecting your home.
- Gutter repair & re-hanging: $150–$600 per affected run
- New seamless aluminum gutters: $5–$12 per linear foot installed, depending on size and downspout count
- Downspout extensions & routing: $75–$250 each
- Gutter guards (micro-mesh): $3–$8 per linear foot installed
- French drain (perimeter or yard): $2,500–$7,000 depending on length and depth
- Grading & regrading: $500–$3,000 per side of the home
- Ice dam prevention (heat cable + attic sealing): $500–$2,500
- Flat roof drain or scupper additions: $800–$3,500 per location
Financing is available on larger drainage projects through our roof financing program.
Our Roof Drainage Process
- Free inspection: We walk the roof, check every gutter run and downspout, measure the grade, and test flat roof drainage with standing water.
- Photo-documented plan: You get a line-item proposal with clear pricing — what's urgent, what can wait, and what's optional.
- Installation with the right materials: Seamless gutters, buried pipe, stone, and fabric sized for Tulsa's rainfall — not the cheapest box-store parts.
- Water test & verification: We run water through the system to prove every connection drains, then clean up and photograph the finished work.
- 3-year workmanship warranty: In writing, 3x the Oklahoma minimum. Compare warranties →
Roof Drainage Service Areas — Tulsa Metro
Our drainage crews cover the entire Tulsa metro, including:
Tulsa
Gutters, drains, and grading for Tulsa's older neighborhoods and new builds. Tulsa roofing →
Broken Arrow
Home base — drainage systems across BA, from ranch homes to new construction. Broken Arrow roofing →
Bixby & Jenks
South Tulsa river-valley homes need serious grading and French drain work. Bixby → · Jenks →
Owasso & Collinsville
North Tulsa drainage, gutter, and ice dam prevention services. Owasso →
Don't see your city? We serve the entire Tulsa metro — call (918) 734-4444 and we'll confirm same-day availability.
Gutters, Grading & Roofs — Working Together
Roof Drainage Problem? Call (918) 734-4444
Overflowing gutters? Water pooling against your foundation? Ice dams last winter? Don't wait — a drainage problem you can see today is a foundation or roof problem you'll pay for tomorrow.
- Free inspections — no charge, no obligation, same-week scheduling
- Seamless gutters & full drainage systems — designed for Tulsa's storm intensity
- French drains, grading & flat roof drainage — done right the first time
- 3-year workmanship warranty — 3x the Oklahoma minimum, in writing
- $98/month financing available on larger drainage projects
Roof Drainage FAQ — Tulsa
Quick Answers
Roof drainage cost: $150–$7,000 depending on scope — gutter repair, seamless installs, French drains, and grading are all itemized free.
Water pooling? Call (918) 734-4444 — free inspection and fast drainage fixes across the Tulsa metro.
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Most Tulsa roof drainage projects run $150–$7,000 depending on scope. Gutter repair and re-hanging typically runs $150–$600; new seamless aluminum gutters run $5–$12 per linear foot installed; downspout extensions run $75–$250 each; French drains run $2,500–$7,000; and grading corrections run $500–$3,000. These are 2026 market estimates for the Tulsa metro — Proof Construction provides free, itemized estimates.
Gutter guards help most Tulsa homes by keeping leaves, pine needles, and hail debris from clogging troughs — but they are not a substitute for occasional cleaning. Screened and micro-mesh guards cost roughly $3–$8 per linear foot installed and can cut gutter cleaning frequency dramatically. Proof Construction installs guards that shed Oklahoma debris well and can clean and flush any existing system first.
Ice dams form when heat escaping through the attic melts snow on upper roof sections and the meltwater refreezes at the cold eaves, backing water up under shingles. Tulsa's freeze-thaw winters make this common. Fixes include attic air sealing and ventilation, insulation improvements, and roof-edge heat cables or ice-and-water shield at the eaves. Proof Construction addresses both the roof-side and attic-side causes.
Pooling usually means the yard was graded flat or toward the house, soil has settled and compacted, or downspouts dump water too close to the foundation. Regrading to slope away from the home (at least 6 inches of drop over the first 10 feet), extending downspout discharge 5–10 feet, and installing French drains or dry wells are the standard fixes. Proof Construction inspects the grade and recommends the least invasive solution that works.
Yes. Ponding water that remains 48+ hours after rain accelerates membrane breakdown and adds structural load. Fixes include adding roof drains or scuppers, installing tapered insulation to create positive slope, and repairing low spots in the membrane. Proof Construction repairs and re-routes drainage on TPO, EPDM, and modified bitumen roofs — see our flat roof repair services.
Downspouts should discharge at least 5 feet — ideally 10 feet — away from the foundation, onto ground that slopes away from the house. Splash blocks, rigid extensions, or buried drains tied to a French drain or dry well all work. Water that pools against the foundation is the leading cause of basement seepage and slab settlement in Tulsa.