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Standing Water on Your Lawn - Causes & Solutions
Published on Sunday, August 22, 2021
Have you noticed water puddles that go away slowly after a pouring rain? If so, your lawn might be having drainage problems that need fixing right away. Standing water on your property is usually caused by slopes on your property. Whether you live in an area with hilly terrain or your home is built on land with unsatisfactory grading, the slopes on your property should be addressed right away if you don't want to jeopardize the foundation of your home.
Practical solutions to improve drainage include regrading and installing drainage solutions such as French drains or a dry creek bed....
Drainage Solutions: French Drains vs. Dry Creek Beds
Published on Monday, June 08, 2020
It is not a secret that our area of north Georgia has many sloped or hilly properties, and those slopes and hills can often cause potential issues with drainage on your land. Leaving drainage problems to sit unattended can often have more severe consequences. Excess water in your landscape bed may cause root rot, while a wet lawn may fall victim to lawn diseases.
There are a few ways to correct drainage issues on your property, but two popular solutions are French drains and dry creek beds. Learn about the difference between them and which one may be the best choice for your home,...