For basement issues, look for water seepage, damp walls/floors, musty odors, mold growth, or white mineral deposits. For exterior drainage problems, watch for standing water in your yard, soggy lawn areas, water pooling near your foundation, eroded landscaping, or water entering your garage or basement during rainfall.

Interior systems (like French drains) collect water that's already entered your basement and channel it to a sump pump. Exterior systems include foundation drains, dry wells, trench drains, and surface drainage solutions that prevent water from reaching your foundation or pooling in your yard, driveway, or landscaped areas.

A dry well is an underground structure that collects and disperses excess surface water into the surrounding soil. It's ideal for properties with poor natural drainage, areas that experience heavy runoff, or yards with persistent puddles. Dry wells are often installed to handle runoff from downspouts, driveways, or low spots in yards.

Driveway drainage solutions include channel drains (trench drains) across the driveway, proper grading, permeable pavement options, drain boxes connected to dry wells or municipal systems, and strategic landscaping. The right solution depends on your specific situation, driveway construction, and local water flow patterns.

We install French drains, swales, catch basins, channel drains, dry creek beds, rain gardens, and underground drainage pipes. Our landscaping drainage designs blend functionality with aesthetics to protect your property while maintaining or enhancing its appearance.

Basement waterproofing projects typically take 1-3 days. Exterior drainage systems like dry wells, French drains, or driveway drainage solutions usually take 1-2 days, depending on the scope and complexity. Larger landscaping drainage projects may take 3-5 days. We always provide a detailed timeline before beginning work.

Exterior drainage systems should be inspected annually and after major storms. Dry wells and catch basins should be cleaned out periodically to remove sediment and debris. French drains may need occasional flushing to maintain peak performance. Our maintenance plans include cleaning, inspections, and system testing.

Absolutely. Proper drainage solutions protect your property from water damage, prevent foundation issues, maximize usable yard space, and improve curb appeal. They address current problems while preventing costly future repairs. Most homeowners see these investments reflected in their property's value and marketability.