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Old 02-18-2024, 07:27 PM
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Default Lanai Drainage By Raising Bottom of Screen

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Originally Posted by MrLonzo View Post
Whoever built the lanai for my house apparently forgot to install drainage holes at the bottom screen frames. Whenever it rains, puddles form on the floor and have nowhere to drain. (House is a recent resale built in 2019)

Has anyone who has had a similar problem been able to find a handyman or lanai specialist to install drainage, and is happy with their workmanship and price? I'd like to get a referral.
There are drainage devices where you break out concrete and install drainage devices. Search on TOTV.
Also you will find cheap and easy solution where you loosen the bottom screws that hold the screen down. Then use a flat screw driver to "pry up" this flange. Put some pennies or other coins under the flange. Voila the water drains out. The coins do not rust. Not elegant but it works. No one but you and me will know. Try it. It cost 2 cents times a few places.