Below are a few common reasons you have drainage issues.
Grading – Grading is like sculpting your property so that everything flows in the right direction. Water can pool up in flat areas of your yard after heavy rains. Grading works like a slide, allowing water to flow away from your home. If a neighbor’s yard has poor grading, their water can become your problem.
Soil – Water interacts differently based on the type of soil surrounding your foundation. For example, clay-rich soil has a difficult time draining water evenly.
Gutters – Gutters help water exit your roof without pouring over the sides. Clogged gutters lose their effectiveness.
Downspouts – Downspouts carry the water from your gutters to your yard. You don’t want a downspout dropping water at the base of your foundation.
Driveway – Your driveway needs to slope away from your foundation. As a general rule, your driveway should not rise more than 15 feet over a distance of 100 feet.