A French drain system can be an effective long-term solution to water drainage problems both inside and outside the home. French drain installation specialists, landscapers, foundation repair ...

Things with “French” in the title are usually fancy, right? Poodles, perfume, pastries. But a French drain is nothing more than a ditch in sloped ground, inset with a perforated drain pipe under a ...

Having a home with a basement comes with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to managing excess water. Basements are naturally prone to water accumulation from moisture, leaks, and ...

Hearing running water in your basement can be confusing and concerning. In this video, we investigate whether the sound is ...

When 2 or more feet of snow melts in a short period of time, followed by heavy spring rains, water can get into our homes in ...

Q: I live on a low-lying lot. My crawl space is always wet, even though I have a dehumidifier and a sump pump down there. People have suggested I use French drains; one said exterior ones, another ...

Poor exterior grading, clogged gutters, and high groundwater tables push hydrostatic pressure against basement walls, ...

A few expert tips for keeping your basement dry this spring. The post Ask the Remodeler: How to keep melted snow out of your ...