Residential Yard Drainage Services
Our team at Deska offers yard drainage and services for homeowners across Alexandria and the surrounding areas. Keep your home safe and improve property value by contacting our team today.
Protect Your Home From Water Damage
Do you have pooling water, a soggy lawn, or muddy areas after it rains? Is there water coming into your basement or a mold or mildew issue? If you’ve got a water problem, it could be due to inadequate lawn drainage in place. Whether it’s a continuously muddy lawn, ponding of water, water in your basement, or just a noticeable issue, let the professionals at Deska guide you through the process towards the ideal and cost effective solution.
How To Spot Yard Drainage Problems
Some yard drainage problems are easy to spot, like water pooling near your home or erosion under your downspouts. However, not all issues are so obvious. To identify potential drainage problems, it’s important to check the entire perimeter of your foundation. If the soil around your foundation is improperly graded, water can flow toward your home instead of away from it, causing long-term issues like foundation damage or basement leaks. A well-graded yard should always slope gently away from the foundation to prevent these problems and keep your property safe from water intrusion.
Drainage patterns at a home can change over time and previously installed systems during home construction or ones that used older equipment can become problematic over time. Drainage systems can fail for many reasons and this doesn’t always result in a sudden failure or cease in function. Often a failing drainage system provides many signs of deterioration or warning signs long before a total failure. Some of the most common reasons and warning signs are below.
Reasons for Drainage Failure:
- Design errors
- Improper construction practices
- Improper materials
- Foundation issues
- Deteriorated materials
Warning Signs for Failure:
- Basement water intrusion
- Water ponding around system
- Low flow at drain output
- Erosion of backfill
- Undermining around foundations
Our Yard Drainage Systems
Proper yard drainage on your property can not only prevent costly damage to your basement and even your foundation, it can also improve the overall look of your yard by removing wet, muddy, problematic areas. When you work with a professional drainage company that installs trusted drainage solutions, you can rest easy knowing the problem has been solved correctly. Some of the more common drainage solutions we use are outlined below.
French Drains
French drains are a tried-and-true method for directing water away from your home. These below-ground systems use perforated pipes surrounded by gravel to capture and redirect water. French drains are especially effective for homes with water accumulation near the foundation, helping to relieve hydrostatic pressure on basement walls and slabs, ensuring your home remains dry and structurally sound.
Downspout Extensions
Downspout extensions move water from your roof gutters further away from your foundation. This prevents pooling around your home that can lead to water infiltration. We offer both above-ground and buried downspout extension options, depending on your yard layout and aesthetic needs. To ensure durability and ease of maintenance, we use PVC pipes with clean-outs, minimizing the risk of clogging and freezing.
Rain Leaders
A rain leader connects your downspouts directly to the sewer system, ensuring that water is efficiently carried away from your property. Over time, rain leaders can deteriorate or become clogged, leading to drainage issues. Our team can excavate, repair, or replace these systems, restoring proper water flow and protecting your foundation from damage.
Additional Solutions
At Deska, we also offer perimeter drains, gravity drains, and sump pump systems to address more complex water management needs. For properties facing significant water accumulation issues, we may implement retaining walls with weep holes to better control water flow, ensuring your property remains safe from water damage.
Contact Us for Yard Drainage Solutions in Alexandria and the Surrounding Area
If you’re experiencing yard drainage issues or have noticed warning signs around your property, don’t wait for the problem to escalate. Our team at Deska is here to provide expert solutions tailored to your specific needs. Contact us today for a thorough assessment and a customized plan to improve your yard’s drainage system. We’re committed to helping you protect your home and enjoy a dry, well-maintained landscape. Reach out now to schedule a consultation or to learn more about our yard drainage services.