Water is a precious resource, but there is such a thing as having too much in the wrong places. The worst place water can be is near the foundation of your home. Signs of poor foundation drainage include pooling water, soil erosion, or a damp crawlspace.
Here are a few ways proper foundation drainage protects your largest investment:
Rainwater Flows Away from Your Home
Foundation drainage is closely related to how well your gutters are performing. If they’re clogged, then water can run off the edge and pool around the foundation of your home. Ideally, you’ll want your gutters and downspouts to work together to channel water away from your home’s foundation when it rains so that it doesn’t become compromised.
Similarly, the grading of your property plays a key role here. If your home sits in a low-lying area, then water will flow in the wrong direction. Working with seasoned professionals like ours can correct any grading issues with your land.
Water Can Escape from Plant Beds
Sometimes the materials used to edge bushes and flower beds can act as dams, preventing water from rolling downhill. If you ever notice that your flowerbeds are drowning but your lawn is dry, then it’s time to call an expert who can rework your landscape design.
Water is Managed Below Ground, Too
When surface-level solutions aren’t enough, foundation drains wick away excess moisture. The best time to install foundation drains is during the construction process because it’s expensive to do after the fact. Foundation drains consist of perforated pipes that collect water and send it away from the foundation of your home.
If you’re concerned about the foundation drainage on your property, contact us today at Yosemite Irrigation and Landscaping, Inc., and we’ll get you back on dry land.