How Hardscaping Can Help with Drainage Problems

Proper drainage is essential for every property. If water flows toward your house, it can damage the foundation, flood the basement, and erode topsoil. Water that collects in one section of your yard can damage the landscaping and attract mosquitoes and other insects. If you are currently experiencing any of these issues, one or more of these hardscape drainage solutions may be able to take care of the problem.

Common Drainage Issues and How to Use Hardscaping to Deal with Them

Every drainage problem needs a specific solution, so it’s important to get your problem diagnosed by a drainage professional. They may recommend one of these solutions:

• If your driveway floods when it rains, installing a drain may help. A drain can be installed in the driveway to divert water so it won’t collect in the driveway and the area around your house. A drain can be covered with a grate so water can flow into it, but leaves, twigs, and other debris will be kept out.
• If you currently have a patio or a walkway that floods, it may be because the hardscaping wasn’t graded, or sloped, properly when it was installed. Replacing all or part of your patio or walkway so that water can flow downhill may eliminate the flooding issue.
• Another option is to install a catch basin in your existing patio. Water can flow through a grate, then be carried away from the patio via an underground pipe.
• Poor drainage can erode the topsoil in your yard. If you’re experiencing that problem, strategically placing rocks and gravel can keep mulch in place and help redirect water.
• If water flows toward one part of your property because of the way the ground slopes, installing a retaining wall may be the answer. A wall made of stone or concrete can keep soil from eroding after it rains.

Learn More about Hardscape Drainage Solutions and Get a Quote

Drainage issues and hardscaping should be handled by professionals. Even a minor mistake can cause a solution to be ineffective. In some cases, a small miscalculation can make flooding and erosion even worse. Likewise, installing the wrong drainage solution for your specific issues can be costly and ineffective.

Leary’s Landscaping has been helping homeowners across New Jersey deal with drainage issues since 1996. Contact us today at (609) 978-1392 to schedule an appointment to have a member of our team inspect your property and discuss hardscape drainage solutions.