Drainage

Drainage Solutions and Repair

Drainage is one of the first areas assessed during a foundation inspection. The affect of too much surface water or
underground migrate water can be solved by drainage systems. The soils around your foundation need to be even in
nature. Heaving could be present if one area maintains a higher moisture level then the rest of the surrounding soils. If the
collection of water in the same location lasts over a period of time, the foundation is in danger of settling. The installation
of a catch basin system is used for the removal of surface water. This is sometimes confused with or called a French drain.
French drains are designed to stop underground migrate water. French drains, if installed properly, will never be seen from
the surface. If possible, all drainage systems are gravity fed to an exit location were a pop up exit is placed. If elevations do
not allow the system to run down hill, a sump pump will need to be installed. The pump will push the water uphill and to
the exit location. The foundation's perimeter should always have a positive slope running away to prevent movement in
the surrounding soils. Proper drainage provides preventive maintenance to insure the future integrity of your foundation.
Call for your drainage assessment.