You have to consider French drains vs dry wells when sorting our your garden drainage. I spoke to a pro landscaper about which is best for different gardens ...

French drains are a common way of fixing waterlogged lawns, but they aren't a perfect solution. These 6 French drain alternatives could be smarter choices ...

Rainscaping techniques range from straightforward solutions that include redirecting downspouts to garden beds, setting up rain barrels and cisterns, installing a French drain, digging a dry well ...

Here’s how to install a french drain. Get expert advice on improvements to your home, ... Also, the grass may not grow well over the drain in hot, dry weather. Safety Considerations.

A French drain can solve a variety of yard drainage problems. It collects the storm water that pools in low spots, ... Also, the grass may not grow well over the drain in hot, dry weather.

If 10 inches drains in 14 hours, the drainage rate is 10 inches divided by 14 hours, or 0.71 inches per hour. Your target rate is 0.5 inches per hour or greater for an 18-inch-deep garden.

Consumer Watch: French Drain Doesn't Dry Up Water Problem. Monday, July 11th 2011, 10:10 pm. By: News 9 ...

If it is clogged, then opening it up may allow the French drain to work correctly and solve your problem. Sign Up for the A.M. Report Keep up with Noozhawk's daily news coverage, delivered at 4:15 ...

Consumer Watch: French Drain Doesn't Dry Up Water Problem Geneva Waller called Consumer Watch after a company failed to drain the water from the crawl space in her Midwest City home.