Another day, another quarantine project: Before the Storm, Prepare Your Yard

3/24/2020 (Permalink)

Before the Storm, Prepare your Yard

During these uncertain days, it is always best to keep busy. There are several different projects you can take part of to pass the time and improve your home. 

Before the spring storms start brewing, here are a few tips to look into to improve your yard and help lessen the chances of getting water or storm damage in your yard. 

1. Roof and Gutter Changes

One of the easiest fixes for excess water pooling around the home involves proper roof and gutter maintenance. If shingles are in disrepair or the gutters are clogged, this can prevent water from flowing cleanly off the roof and through the downspout during a rain storm. This means that rain can spill directly down near the house and seep into the foundation, basement, and crawlspace. The best way to help keep your yard safe is to do maintenance checks on these spots in your yard.

2. Soil Control

If you notice outside flooding or any type of pooling, purchase additional topsoil or gravel to change the grade of your yard at that location by simply filling in the hole. If the water flow is excessive, it may be beneficial to dig a shallow drainage canal instead, bordered by slightly raised land on either side. 

3. Surface Materials

Consider different ground materials over others depending on the protection you want in your yard.. If you have clay or silt soil, you may have noticed that running water tends to erode channels in your yard and prevent grass from growing in some locations. 

Many outside flooding issues can be resolved with minor alterations to existing lawn and garden practices. Observe how water tends to flow through your property and make corresponding landscaping adjustments.

In addition, should your yard issues create a water damage in your basement or garage --call your local SERVPRO® of Madison, Rockcastle, Garrard, & Lincoln Counties today.