Drainage
Why is drainage important?
Why is drainage important?
Why is drainage important?
Surface drainage is an important factor in maintaining your home. Poor drainage leads to issues such as foundation settlement, deterioration and water intrusion. Keeping excess water away from the home can be done many different ways depending on the site conditions. Give us a call to find out more.
Channel drains
Why is drainage important?
Why is drainage important?
Channel drains can be used to keep surface water out of the building, such as in front of garages and doors.
Catch basins
Why is drainage important?
Swales (V-ditches)
Catch basins, connected to drainage pipes, are used to collect large volumes of water such as from a lawn or a driveway. Sizing of catch basins is important to prevent overflowing or clogging.
Swales (V-ditches)
Sub-grade draining and waterproofing.
Swales (V-ditches)
Swales, or "V-ditches" are an effective means of carrying water from a hillside, or other sloped area to suitable areas, i.e. not against the house.
Grading
Sub-grade draining and waterproofing.
Sub-grade draining and waterproofing.
Sometimes the solution for your drainage problem is as simple as changing the slope of the soil or lawn away from the structure.
Sub-grade draining and waterproofing.
Sub-grade draining and waterproofing.
Sub-grade draining and waterproofing.
Sub-grade (below ground level) waterproofing is its own category of drainage. See our Waterproofing page for further information.
Is a building permit required?
Is a building permit required?
Is a building permit required?
Sometimes, the extent of work being done and whether the water runs to the curb would usually determine if a permit is needed.