Yard Drainage in Flower Mound, TX
Where water goes around your house decides how much your foundation moves. Here's how the main drainage fixes compare.
Choosing a Fix
Match the Fix to the Problem
Different water problems need different solutions. A contractor should diagnose how water moves on your lot before recommending any of them.
French Drains
Subsurface drain for groundwater and soggy soil near the house.
French drain installation →Downspouts & Catch Basins
Capture roof and surface water at the source and carry it away.
Downspout drainage and catch basins →Drainage and Foundation
Why Drainage Comes First
Keeping water from pooling against the slab helps keep soil moisture even, which reduces the swelling and shrinking that moves foundations. Drainage doesn't reverse movement that has already happened, so many homes need both. See foundation repair for the structural side.
Simple Checks
Things to Look at Yourself
- Do gutters overflow, and where does each downspout discharge?
- Does the soil slope away from the house, or toward it?
- Is there standing water near the slab 24 hours after a storm?
- Are there low spots or wet areas that never dry out?
Water where it shouldn't be?
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FAQ
Common Questions
Can drainage problems damage my foundation?
Can drainage problems damage my foundation?
Yes. Water that pools against the slab keeps soil on that side wetter than the rest of the lot, which feeds the uneven swelling and shrinking that moves foundations.
Do I need a permit for drainage work?
Do I need a permit for drainage work?
It depends mainly on where the water discharges. Check current requirements with the Town of Flower Mound and your HOA before work starts.
Which drainage fix is right for me?
Which drainage fix is right for me?
It depends on whether the water is coming off the roof, across the surface, or through the soil. A contractor should map how water moves on your lot before recommending a fix. See French drains, downspouts and catch basins, and grading.
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