Landscaping and Water Damage

5/16/2019 (Permalink)

Call SERVPRO of Metrocrest to help with your water restoration needs (972) 233-8400 https://www.SERVPROmetrocrest.com/water-damage-restoration

Many homeowners in Farmers Branch, TX are unaware of the relationship between problematic landscaping practices and flood water entering the home. To protect yourself against unnecessary outside flooding by implementing a few simple yard management strategies.

1. Roofing and Gutters

Most homes constructed according to typical building codes will have correctly sloped roofs and gutters that divert rainwater away from the house. However, if the slope and porosity of the soil immediately surrounding your house are causing issues, it may be beneficial to extend the reach of your gutter downspouts with some inexpensive attachments. These flexible hoses will deposit the water farther into your hard, which can prevent water from pooling around your foundation during a rainstorm.

2. Ditches

For some yards, simply redirecting the gutters may not be enough. Outside flooding problems from other properties may cause unintended water flow to your residence. In these cases, extra landscaping design may be required. A drainage ditch with a large perforated PVC pipe at the bottom can solve several flooding issues and divert unwanted water into the storm drain. Such a solution provides immediate results and can be implemented by any homeowner with a few inexpensive materials from a local hardware store.

3. Mulch

Another tip for the homeowner wanting to improve rain drainage involves the type of ground cover. Short grasses in silt or clay soils tend to provide little protection against erosion. Over time, these materials will dissolve in rainwater and flow away from the property, exacerbating flooding problems. Using gravel or heavy mulches can improve drainage in problem areas that naturally get exposed to heavy rainfall, while preventing the soil beneath from washing away.

While the above tips can reduce the risk of interior and outside flooding they are not a replacement for the qualified flood restoration service that SERVPRO of Metrocrest can provide in the event that a significant amount of water enters your home.

If you are experiencing flooding in your home, call SERVPRO of Metrocrest (972) 233-8400,