A drainage system is designed to manage and dispose of excess water. A good system is crucial to protecting your home and yard from a buildup of rainwater, wastewater and groundwater. Here are some of the major benefits to having a system like this in your home:
Reduces water damage
Excess water tends to pool in inconvenient places, like around your home’s foundation. By redirecting a buildup of water, a drainage system reduces the risk of damage and costly repairs. This also increases the value of your home by keeping everything in good condition.
Protects your landscape
Standing water can drown plants and cause soil erosion by washing away topsoil. A home drainage system will make sure water flows where it should without damaging your yard, or creating walking hazards like collapsing soil and deep mud.
Prevents flooding and biohazards
Many of us are one heavy rain or snowmelt away from a flooded basement. A good, subsurface drainage system will keep your valuables dry and also protect your family from harmful agents like mold, mildew and mosquitoes, which tend to breed in pooled water.
While a drainage system is a good investment overall, it’s important to know which one suits you and your needs. There are several different types which we’ll discuss in the next article. For more interesting articles on similar topics visit our blog page.