Some homeowners might want to take measures into their own hands and waterproof their soil themselves. However, when it comes to foundation repairs and protection, it is always best to leave these methods to the experts. Artificial Soil Layers Adding layers of gravel carefully all around your yard can help at least slow down the flow of moisture into your soil. It is especially important for you to backfill this gravel around your foundation so that moisture damage is less likely to attack it. DIY methods are not often recommended for the average homeowner to undertake. This is because there is always the possibility that you might miss a part of the soil around your foundation, which makes it far more susceptible to moisture absorption. The soil might swell up due to having been dry for so long, and it may even target your foundation. This is why you should always leave any repairs you may need to the foundation experts instead. Downspouts and Gutters Another great waterproofing method our experts can install around your foundation or yard is a downspout or gutter. These systems can easily collect the water that gathers around your foundation and redirect it to some far-away point from your home. Installing a complex network of pipes without disrupting the ones you already have can be tricky. It is best to leave such an installation to the foundation experts at AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists instead. We can offer your home a couple of different drainage and gutter options that will easily protect your foundation from moisture damage.