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August 13, 2019 by Chuck Green

Common Signs of Drainage Issues in Your Dallas Yard

drainsMost homeowners would guess that puddles or pools of water in their home are undeniable signs of a drainage issue, and they’d be right. That said, not every sign of drainage issue is initially apparent. There are a slew of subtle signs and problems that can develop over time, often left untreated until it’s too late.

The most effective way to save money and time is to identify and treat a drainage issue as soon as it’s detected. CGgreens Landscape Management has provided professional drainage repair and erosion control in the Dallas-Forth Worth area for decades. We know drainage, and we know what to be on the lookout for to spot early signs of a problem. Here are common symptoms of a home drainage issue that you should check routinely:

Gushing Gutters

One of the most evident signs of a drainage issue is the irregular flow of water through gutters positioned around your home. Vertical streaks of dirt on gutters, mud-stained siding, or paint peeling from your home all indicate a severe issue. Leaves or other debris can pile up, slowing the flow of water, which over time can cause serious structural damage to your home.

Downspouts that Dump

Heavy rainfall requires high-functioning gutters to redistribute a high volume of run-off water from the roof to the street or lawn. Dumping water too close to the foundation of your home can damage your furnishings and flooring, prompting expensive repairs. Adding gutter extensions to carry the water farther away from your home is never a bad idea.

Water Stains in the Basement

Surface water or water traveling underground can cause severe stains inside your home. Stains located high on your foundation wall mean that water is coming from an overflowing gutter. If the stain extends in a line around the basement, you may have an issue related to a fluctuating water table.

Cracks in the Foundation

Pay special attention to cracks larger than 1/8-inch wide. Regularly measure and record the width of these cracks, especially if you feel they are growing over time. Growing cracks mean you’ve got potential problems.

Mildew in the Attic

Mildew on the underside the roof often indicates a pressing issue at ground level. Mildew in the attic means that there is likely a source of dampness under the house. Hot air from the dampness rises through the vents, condensing on the cold backside of the roof and causing a build of mildew. Failure to resolve the problem can be a costly mistake. Replacing roof sheathing and shingles is a job that runs $6,000 to $9,000 for a typical house.

For more information or to resolve a drainage issue, contact the professionals at CGreens Landscape Management in Dallas, TX. We are drainage repair and installation experts, and consultations are always free!

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Erosion Control

CGreens uses a variety of ways to hold soil and keep it from washing away. Installing a retaining wall is an option that would be appropriate. There are many types of materials we use for the wall, from railroad ties, landscape timbers, concrete stones that look reasonably natural to many varieties and colors of native stone, which would be a beautiful addition to a landscape.

Of course, plant material such as ground cover or grass is excellent as an erosion control mechanism if you have the correct amount of sun and water. You may have a temporary need during construction that we can help with by utilizing special cloths explicitly designed for erosion control.

Re-grading your landscape to create a proper slope for runoff water and installing foundation protections such as wall sealant.

Adding a root barrier is also an option to help keep trees and large plant life from drawing moisture away from the soil which leads to erosion near the foundation of your home.

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Sump Pumps

An Installation of a Sump Pump or Pits would be done by CGreens in situations where there is not enough slope to discharge to a Surface Drain. Also, French Drains are typically deeper and will need a pump to discharge water up and out to an area away from the collection points.

The pumps that we install are commercial grade and can pump debris up to 1 ½” in diameter. We install check valves, unions, and alarms when necessary.

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Surface & French Drains

Installation of surface drains, which are catch basin with a grate over the top of them at ground level, allows surface water to flow into them. When installing this system, CGreens makes sure to use a solid pipe that runs to a lower area to discharge, such as the street or storm drains.

CGreens installs French Drains to collect subsurface water, not surface water! French Drains are a trench in the ground, lined with a GeoTech cloth that allows water but not soil to penetrate. A solid PVC pipe that has holes is placed at 5 & 7 O’Clock positions, then the trench is filled with gravel, and the cloth is folded over at ground level.

Creating this hole creates a barrier to stop water and serve as protection and a sponge to draw water away from an area that needs to be kept dry. When we install a French Drain to prevent water from penetrating under a pier and beam foundation, the drain will be at least 6 inches below the perimeter beam.

Special note* CGreens uses only SDR 35 solid, smooth bore PVC pipe. It is the same thickness as Schedule 40 pipe but is not used for pressure. Heck, you can almost drive over it! We do NOT use the black, flexible ADS rolls of pipe as it will crush very easy even when backfilling the trench!

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Surface and Subsurface Landscape and Hardscape Drainage

You need an effective system for removing stormwater and draining water before it can cause further damage. We are experts at all kinds of yard drainage systems that can move water from your property quickly and effectively.

At CGreens we can customize water drainage systems for every landscape and situation that are designed specifically to fit your landscape. We offer systems for surface water drainage, subsurface water drainage, and water retention/holding containers.

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Grates and Drain Water Catch Basins

CGreens uses grates to catch water, and our filter systems can minimize the quantity of debris entering the system. For some grating projects, A foundation engineer may be the unbiased professional that you need. We have worked with many engineers since 1980 and can be your guide for a strong voice & properly graded yard and foundation.