A typical French drain system for soggy yards involves a grid work of pipes. The French drain systems work exactly like the French drain to pipe water away from a soggy yard.
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Downspout drainage pipes lead to long-term dry homes. Drainage pipes direct water away from the home. PVC pipes work well for making drain systems that turn corners and keep water at bay.
Downspout drainage pipes do not have to be buried deeply. Exterior drain pipes should also be installed in undisturbed soil about 6 feet away from the foundation. Lay drain pipes in beds of gravel for best results.
A French drain system helps water around the house flow away from the foundation. French drain designs simply allow the water to flow where it wants to flow - the path of least resistance. These French drains aid in exterior drainage and save your house from basement water seepage.
A French drain must be installed so the pipe slopes level or downhill. Here is a simple diagram for installing French drain systems. This diagram is a view of a linear French drain system viewed from the ground.
Drain tile should be installed on shallow foundations. Drain tile installation will be used to add water to the area to stabilize the soil. This will minimize soil movement and ultimately minimize cracks in the foundation.
Natural springs can keep your lot wet. Drain the soggy land with the addition of French drains.
Drain tile systems serve two purposes. Water removal away from the house and water injection into the soil foundation during drought. Drought conditions can cause the soil of your foundation to shrink, causing foundation and footer to fall. Installing drainage systems to prevent two problems is discussed in this column.
Downspouts and gutters will collect and send out hundreds of gallons of water during a storm. Splash blocks only serve as a way to absorb and spread the energy of the falling water. Drain lines of durable 4 inch diameter plastic can capture and move the water to a better place on your lot. Read my column for more tips.
Negative slope causes a majority of basement or crawlspace drainage problems. Having landscaping work done on a home can cause drainage problems around your house. Try installing a linear French drain to trap and pipe water before it gets inside your house.
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