PBTS10: Slip and Slide
Status: Researching
Posted: January 25th, 2012
Submission from the public:
“The cement floor in our garage was not poured properly and, consequently, any rainwater or melted snow that drips off of our vehicles does not drain to the outside but pools on the extremely smooth garage floor. During wet weather, we’re constantly having to use our industrial strength squeegie to slosh any standing water outside and, during freezing temperatures, the least bit of ice makes it quite treacherous. There have been several slips and falls by those who know of this situation and were being as careful as possible. Removing the floor and pouring a new one is cost prohibitive, so any other suggestions would be most welcome!”
VIEW PUBLIC DISCUSSION
1 Comment
THINKER'S INSPIRATION
Rent a concrete saw. (They’re like a giant circular saw propelled by a small 2-cycle engine.) Cut a series of lines that start where the front of the car rests, and run them all the way out the garage door making sure they gradually get deeper as you approach the door. (1/4 in per 4 foot is standard slope for plumbing drain pipes, so that’s probably a good place to start.)
One drawback to this is that the channels may become filled with debris over time. A once-per-summer “blow job” with an air nozzle would probably be required. Ask your wife to do that part, but take her out to a nice dinner first.
Aaron Wissmiller | Friday, January 27th, 2012 at 8:23AM