April Showers Bring May Drainage Solutions

Flooding from heavy rains is common in southeastern Pennsylvania and that can be a problem when it leaves standing pools of water around your home. This is the water that sits and stagnates, damaging your property, reeking of horrible odors and creating breeding grounds for parasites, bacteria and mold. When the spring rains arrive, have the proper drainage systems in place on your property to move rainwater to where it is harmless.

Reducing Risks with Drainage Solutions

Good drainage around your home means you will not have to deal with the potential risks to your home and health caused by flooding and standing water:

  • Basement leaks that cause rot and structural damage.
  • Rain water flowing into your garage due to poor grading.
  • Damage to flooring, carpets and furniture.
  • Health hazards from bacteria and mold.
  • Poor air quality.
  • Infestations of disease-carrying insects.
  • Water-seeking rodents such as mice, rats and squirrels.
  • Soggy lawns and flower beds.
  • Deterioration of concrete or asphalt driveways and walkways.

How We Protect Your Home from Floodwaters

There is a high cost to putting off drainage issues until after the flooding has occurred. Don't wait until you are faced with enormous repair bills or someone in your family becomes ill. There are several ways to reduce the risk of flood damage, but it must be done by a knowledgeable contractor to avoid system failures. In Montgomery, Chester, Delaware and Bucks counties, the Maintain It All technicians are professionally trained and experienced in assessing your property for risks. We can recommend the best solutions:

  • Asphalt Repairs. filling cracks and potholes in your driveway helps to prevent water seepage that destroys the upper structure and lower substrate.
  • Berm Installations. a flat strip of land, raised bank or terracing is effective for flood mitigation. You can also install an asphalt berm to redirect water on your driveway.
  • Channel Drain and Catch Basin Installations. these underground systems are designed to collect and disperse water away from your home.
  • Underground Pipe Installation. these stormwater management systems help reduce flooding around the home.

Drainage Solution Professionals

At Maintain It All, our goal is to protect your home and property from the disastrous effects of flooding. Talk to us about the drainage solutions that ensure your home stays safe and dry this spring.

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