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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      I had a retaining wall done by them and it is absolutely beautiful!!!! Everyone was so nice ( they even started a week early)and I would definitely recommend them to anyone who needs work done.
  
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      We had previously worked with another big name high priced waterproofing company and had a bad experience. We took a chance and went with D-Bug and we are so glad that we did. We had a much better experience with d-bug. They were on time, respectful, completed the job efficiently, and it looks great! We highly recommend them.
  
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     Chris Gabsy 
 
 
 
 
      D-Bug did a great job installing an interior french drain and sump pumps, an exterior french drain, and regrading around the house. I would recommend them to anyone with water problems. They sheeted everything off with plastic before getting started, and left the basement clean.
  
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     Nicholas Winter 
 
 
 
 
      Very quick and efficient, did in three hours what I expected to be an all day job! Well tidied up afterwards!
  
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     Jon 
 
 
 
 
      Very professional crew. Showed up on time, completed the job as promised, cleaned up the mess, and reviewed the final product with me before they left. Highly recommended!!! P.S Also crushed the competitions price!!
  
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     Eric Oddo 
 
 
 
 
      We had a pretty serious problem with a large and aging retaining wall on our property.  Initially, we had trouble finding a company who would even consider the job, until someone recommended D-Bug Waterproofing. They were very responsive from the very beginning about our concerns and budget, and explained the process and what to expect from idea to build. They did everything possible to find local, quality resources to help keep material costs to a minimum. They did the job in the timeframe they promised and repaired the lawn they said would get torn up from the heavy equipment. The wall looks great! We would definitely recommend D-Bug to anyone looking for a professional and hard-working team, especially for challenging projects.
  
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     Josh Hauser 
 
 
 
 
      Very quick work and very nice people.  They said a day and a half.  But was finished in a full day. .very professional and hard workers. Also cleaned up the work area very nice. I now have a new and usable basement.
  
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     Derek Link 
 
 
 
 
      Everyone that I talked to was great and they did an amazing job. They installed a sump pump in our basement that we desperately needed and I couldn't have asked for a better company to do the work. They did however break one of my decorations that I found the day after next to the sump pump that I was not notified about. It wasn't moved beforehand which is on my part, but it would have been nice to have been at least told about it.
  
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     Dana Whitacre 
 
 
 
 
      D-Bug team did a fabulous job on my 73 year old basement! The 8 person team arrived on time and went straight to work. They worked hard for 8 hours and completed the job in one day. They caulked and sealed the entire rear wall that had been leaking, then installed a french drain system along the inside of the rear wall of the basement (by jack-hammering out the floor where necessary). The walls were then lined with a plastic sheeting material to direct any water that may come in through the walls to the french drain. They installed a sump pump which was connected to the french drain to pump water out of the house. The entire system was covered with concrete to complete the installation. They also repaired one outside wall that had begun to collapse inward with a steel I-beam and a connecting anchor rod to pull it back to it's original location. They made sure that the area upstairs where they entered the basement was sealed off with plastic from floor to ceiling, the floor was protected both inside and outside. The team carried all the dirt and stone bucket by bucket outside the house to the waiting dump truck. When they left, you could not even tell that they had been there! They were very professional and hardworking. I would highly recommend D-Bug waterproofing to anyone needing a basement waterproofed.
  
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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.

Learn how catch basins and yard drains work, including placement, installation, and cleanout.

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.