Drainage Solutions Lenexa

Causes of Common Drainage Problems

Several issues can cause your yard drainage issues, and these different problems require different solutions and approaches. Some of the common drainage problems causes are

Uneven slope

If you have an area with an uneven soil slope, you are likely to encounter a pool of water on the lower ground frequently after a heavy downpour. This is because water keeps draining to the lower floor with no passage. 

Walkways

If there is a concrete patio or sidewalk in front of your house, there is a possibility it is blocking the flow of water, except you have an effective drainage system there. 

Downspout’s direction

Check your gutter's downspout if your flowerbeds keep getting soggy even in the dry season. A downspout pointing in the direction of your landscape or flower bed will cause the accumulation of excess water in the area.

Impacted Soil

If some construction involves digging around your house, the accumulation of the dugout soil can retain water and cause erosion later. Some soil types retain moisture longer than others. And the longer the water retention time, the more damage it can cause; as the soil keeps soaking up water, it hardens, causing ground erosion near it. 

Erosion

If an area is already subject to erosion, there are tendencies for small pools of water to form, and if not treated early enough, worse damages are likely to happen. 

Over watering your garden

If you are watering your plants faster than the plants can soak up water, it might cause the garden to always feel soggy.  You should know the type of plants you have in your garden and how often you should wet them.

If you do not have water-loving plants that soak up the water instantly, the water will keep seeping into the soil and in the end cause pools of water in some areas

How to go about Drainage Solutions

Figure out the problem

Before you go about looking for drainage solutions, you should figure out what the cause of the issue is. Trace the source of the water to make it easier to know the cause. 

Some of the common causes of drainage issues are stated above, check them out to discover the cause of the problem more quickly.

Discover possible solutions

You might not be able to predict the right solution all the time, but if you can know explicitly what is causing the issues, you will get to know the possible solutions.

Knowing the possible solutions helps you to make a budget and prepare for the process while you call a professional for help.

Contact a Professional

Even though there are temporary solutions you can try out, it is of no use wasting your time and resources when you can contact a professional who will carry out the work in no time. 

And you would make the process easier if you know the problem and the possible solutions. Reach out to an expert and tell them all you know about the issue. This is what a lot of homeowners do when they call us for drainage solutions Lenexa.

Why You Should Hire Landscape Lighting of Lexena

Even though there are many DIY solutions to your drainage issue, most drainage problems would need the attention of a professional. A professional will do a more stable job than a DIY might do. 

We at Landscape Lighting of Lexena offer all necessary home and business improvement services at the best prices. We give professional advice on what to do, and we help you do it.

 And after we help you with a drainage solution, we give you tips on how to prevent further drainage problems. We will not only give a solution to the drainage problem but also ensure that your landscape is aesthetically pleasing. Reach out to us today and request a free quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Improve my Drainage System?

If your drainage system is not functioning effectively, try out these tips to make it perform better.

• Remove obstacles from the drainage routes.
• Install complementary drainage systems if the natural ones are not as effective. 
• Ensure the drainage systems go beyond your flower beds.

How to Improve Foundation Drainage

Installing diverters around the foundation is the fastest way to divert water away from your foundation. 

How do I keep water from pooling in my yard?

If you notice pools of water in your garden, it might be due to various reasons; discovering the cause will help you know the right solution. However, you can try the following solution.

• Build a rain garden: a rain garden quickly sucks up lots of water in little time. 
• Water moderately: a sogged garden might be due to you overwatering the garden. Reduce how much you garden for a while to see if there are changes.

Build a drainage system: There are various suitable drainage systems you can build to get rid of standing water.