Yard Drainage Problems

A yard full of mud is both unsightly and unsafe for homeowners. Yards pooling with mud and water could be a sign that your property has poor drainage or is in need of regrading. If you’re tracking too much mud into your house after a spring rain, D-Bug Waterproofing has a solution.

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Water Pooling in Yard Causing Wet Basement

Redirecting Water with Downspout Leadoffs

One way that D-Bug Waterproofing remediates yard drainage issues is through the use of downspout leadoffs. A downspout leadoff consists of a shallow ditch containing a three-to-four-inch pipe within it that connects to the downspout. It directs water from the downspout safely away from the home into a sump well, dry well, or storm sewer, depending on your township’s drainage regulations.

Storm Drains and Catch Basins

D-Bug Waterproofing does much more than waterproof basements. A properly installed storm drain or catch basin stops the flow of water on your property before it can reach your foundation and find its way into your basement. Catch basins also improve yard drainage by collecting rainwater before it can pool up on the lawn.

Landscaping

D-Bug’s Basement Waterproofing team is also skilled at yard landscaping and grading the area around a home’s foundation. Changing the slope of the yard to direct rainwater toward the proper drainage systems may be the solution to stopping the excess water from pooling up on your property.

A new hardscaping feature may also be a solution to consider. The D-Bug Waterproofing team can create new concrete patio or walkway in the area to replace the muddy soil with a useful outdoor feature.

To learn more on how D-Bug Waterproofing can regrade your property, visit our page on Excavation and Grading.

Basement Water Problems

If your home’s yard has poor drainage, the foundation of the home may be under threat.

Water that sticks around long after the rain lets up will often find its way you’re your basement, where it has the potential to cause major damage. If your basement becomes water damaged due to poor soil drainage, D-Bug Waterproofing installs either an exterior or interior French drain to prevent future water damage. A perforated pipe around the exterior or underneath the walls of the foundation catches water and redirects away from the foundation or into a sump pump, where it is pumped away from your basement.

If your yard is muddy or has poor soil drainage, give D-Bug Waterproofing a call at 1-855-381-1528 for a free quote. We handle just about any water issue in or around a home’s foundation walls.

We get it done, and we get it done fast.

For a free evaluation and quote, call us at 1-855-381-1528, or complete our Get a Quote form below.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1Why does water pool in my yard after it rains?

Water pools when your soil cannot drain fast enough or your yard slopes the wrong way. Western Pennsylvania clay soil holds water and drains slowly. Pooling can also mean your downspouts dump water too close to the house. A free inspection can pinpoint the cause.

2Can poor yard drainage cause a wet basement?

Yes. Water that sits near your foundation often finds its way inside. Over time it can seep through the walls or pool on the basement floor. Fixing the yard drainage protects the foundation and the basement together.

3What is a downspout leadoff, and how does it help?

A downspout leadoff is a buried pipe set in a shallow ditch. It connects to your downspout and carries roof water away from the house. The water empties into a sump well, a dry well, or a storm sewer. Your township's drainage rules decide which option fits your property.

4How does regrading my yard fix drainage problems?

Regrading changes the slope of your yard so water flows away from the house. Our crew reshapes the soil to guide rain toward the proper drainage. This keeps water from pooling near the foundation. In some yards, a new patio or walkway replaces the muddy ground.

5Where does the water go after it leaves my yard?

The water travels to a sump well, a dry well, or a storm sewer. Your township's rules decide the right destination. Catch basins and storm drains can also collect rainwater before it pools. The goal is simple: move water safely away from your foundation.