How to Avoid Outdoor Drainage Issues

Your outdoor space boosts the aesthetics of your home while playing other functions. Without the right drainage system, your outdoor space could be a total mess. Examples of damage that can be caused by poor drainage include soil erosion, plant damage, damage to your home’s foundation and a muddy lawn. It could also cause issues on the paved surfaces. Consider the following main causes and fixes for outdoor drainage issues.

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Causes of Poor Drainage

Most of the issues arise when drainage is not given a priority during the landscape design. For instance, if the paved surfaces are not at the right height and slope, drainage issues can happen. Gutter drain spouts that are not set up the right way, poor plant and flower bed layouts, and drain systems that are not designed properly are some of the major causes of drainage issues in homes. Some homeowners are able to identify these issues and fix them easily. However, for those without the expertise, it’s best to seek help from a qualified landscaping professional.

Getting the Right Drainage System Design

The key to avoiding issues in both the long and short term is investing in the right drainage system design for your home. Whether you are building a new home or renovating an existing one, consider working with professionals who specialize in drainage systems. When you hire professionals, they can help in creating the best design, or redesigning what you already have to create the best drainage system that will enhance the beauty and functionality of your outdoor space.

A professional can help you in choosing appropriate solutions such as French drains, rain gardens, rock beds, drain tube systems, dry creek beds, drainage swales, and retaining walls among others. However, note that you should not hire any professional you find. Check their experience and expertise, find out if they have fulfilled all the legal requirements for contractors in this class, and don’t forget to check if they have a good reputation.

Regular Maintenance

At some point, drainage systems can have blockages. Leaves and other substances can cause blockages, growing roots can affect drainage, and sunken spots in the yard can develop over time. It’s your responsibility to keep checking potential issues and having them fixed immediately. Other than your day to day check-up, you should also consider having a professional landscaping company come to your home every now and then for a thorough check-up and maintenance. The expert can diagnose issues that are developing slowly and fix them before they turn out to be huge problems. They can also advise you on some of the steps you can take to ensure you don’t face outdoor drainage issues.

With a proper and well maintained outdoor drainage system, you can prevent damage to your patio, keep away pests, keep your plants, trees and flowers healthy, and maintain your home’s foundation in a good condition. You have invested a lot to have a stunning outdoor space; don’t let poor drainage ruin your outdoor experience and the aesthetics of your home. And all this starts with a good plan and the right drainage system for the entire outdoor space.