French drains can also resolve drainage problems around the foundation and in the basement. Footing drains catch water that would otherwise seep through the foundation walls, and channel drains covered by drain tile in the basement floor direct excess water to a central point where a sump pump ca...
it’s because you have a low point that the water can’t escape. The solution is to create a swale. In the simplest sense, a swale is any low area, either naturally or artificially made, that redirects drainage. To create a swale in your yard,...
Simple Solutions for Improving Drainage There are a few simple upgrades and preventative steps that will drastically improve the drainage on your property. You don’t need to be an expert, and you don’t need any special equipment. A quick trip to the hardware store is all it might take. ...
Another innovative aspect of this project is its participation with the Seattle Public Utilities to include a large biofiltration swale along two sides of the property. Saving History, Saving Energy: FIRST PLACE: RESIDENTIAL (SINGLE AND MULTIFAMILY) The monthly solid-waste bill for a typical residen...