Best Yard Drainage Solutions: Installing French Drains Proper drainage is crucial for any landscape or yard. Without it, flooding and waterlogging can cause a wide range of problems, including soil erosion, foundation damage, and the growth of mold and mildew. One of the best yard drainage solutions is to install a French drain. This system […]
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Ways To Direct Water Away from Your HouseWays To Direct Water Away from Your House
Ways To Direct Water Away from Your House – Downspouts, heavy rainfall, improper ground slope and other factors can cause water to collect at the base of your home. If this water is allowed to stay in place, it can seep into the foundation of your building and increase the risk of foundation damage. If […]
Drain Tile: What Is It and Do I Need It?Drain Tile: What Is It and Do I Need It?
The first time you hear the term “drain tile”, your inclination might be to think of the tiles on the floor of your home. But drain tiles have nothing to do with your home’s flooring. They are perforated pipes surrounded by stones that are used to keep groundwater from getting into your home’s basement. Understanding […]
How to Control Basement FloodingHow to Control Basement Flooding
How to Control Basement Flooding – Basements are the most common area of your home to flood. Whether it is from heavy rainfall, melting snow, a roof drainage problem or a sump pump mishap, water always seems to find its way into basements. One of the most common causes of basement flooding in Illinois homes and […]