When you think of your foundation, do you realize how important it is to the structural integrity of your home? It is what keeps your home upright. When you are experiencing foundation issues, it can be a nightmare. One of the biggest threats to your foundation is water. It is vital that there isn’t any water that is standing near your foundation. This is why drainage systems are so important. D’Amorie Construction is here to talk about different drainage systems and why it is important that you have proper drainage installed on your property to protect your home’s foundation.
Why Drainage Matters
When it comes to your foundation, both the soil and the water surrounding it play a role in how solid it is. When the soil is too dry or too wet, it can cause a number of problems. Pooling water is a disaster for any foundation. When you have pooling water near your foundation you could experience the following:
– Erosion: The soil around your foundation is what supports the concrete and keeps it standing in place. If the soil is eroding away from the foundation, it no longer has the support it needs.
– Cracking: Too much water or too little water in the soil around the foundation can cause undue pressure on the walls of the foundation that leads to cracking and expensive foundation repair.
– Water Infiltration: The last thing you want in your home is flooding. If the water isn’t draining away from your foundation like it should, that is exactly what you will have on your hands. It can impact everything from your electrical system to the wood that your home is made of.
Different Types of Drainage Systems that Protect Your Foundation
There is more than one type of drainage system that can work to keep your foundation protected against water damage.
– Gutters & Downspouts: The gutter system on your home is one of your home’s first defenses against water and foundation troubles.
– French Drains: These are trenches that are filled with gravel and then a perforated pipe that moves the water away from your home and foundation. If you live on sloped ground, they are especially effective.
– Surface Drains: This type of drain is strategically placed to capture water and direct it away from the foundation. This option is ideal for areas of your property where natural drainage is a struggle.
– Sump Pumps: When you have a sump pump installed, it is a drainage system installed around the foundation with a pit in the basement. Water drains into the pit and an electrical pump empties the pit and moves the water away from the home.
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If you need drainage systems installed on your property, you can turn to D’Amorie Construction to put them in for you. We will ensure your foundation is safe from pooling water. Call us today!
