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How to Dry Up a Backyard in Charlotte, NC
In this video, we tackle a homeowner's drainage issues caused by pooling water around their deck and patio. The current gravel installation lacks proper drainage, and a clogged catch basin has led to water retention on the property. Our solution involves installing a catch basin near the downspout, shaping the landscape to direct water flow, and implementing an open French drain along the deck to improve water movement. We'll also address a berm near the fence that’s trapping water and causing pooling. The drainage system will connect multiple catch basins and flow toward the street, ensuring the area stays dry and functional.
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Draining Water Away From a Foundation
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In this video, we address a major water drainage issue where water from a sloped backyard and neighboring properties flows toward the house, accumulating near the foundation and under the deck. To resolve this, we’ll grade the yard to direct water away from the home and install a system of catch basins and drains to handle heavy rainfall. We'll also tie in the downspouts and ensure the water fl...
How To Dry a Tiny Swamp In Charlotte, NC
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In this video, we tackle a swampy area near an irrigation valve box where water has been accumulating. To resolve this, we'll extend two downspouts and install a short French drain, about 4-5 feet long, to help manage the excess water. These lines will be tied together and routed to a pop-up emitter past the mulch bed, where the water will be safely directed out to the street. Follow along as w...
Extending Downspouts To Stop Erosion In Concord, NC
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In this video, we address a drainage issue caused by downspouts that are directing water onto a driveway, leading to soil erosion and pooling near the neighbor’s property. Our solution is to tie in three downspouts and install a catch basin at the low spot where water accumulates. We'll also shape the ground to ensure proper water collection and run the drainage line to a pop-up emitter at the ...
FDM 4-Way Basin Review
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In this video, Nick from Drain My Lawn discusses the benefits of the French Drain Man Four-Way Catch Basin, an innovative solution for improving drainage systems without the need for larger, more expensive pipes. Nick explains how this basin allows homeowners and contractors to increase water flow without upgrading to a 6-inch pipe, which requires specialized equipment and adds significant cost...
Extending Downspouts and Drying a Side Yard in Charlotte, NC
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In this video, we address a significant drainage issue where excess water from a sloped backyard and multiple downspouts creates flooding problems during rain events. To solve this, we'll be installing a series of catch basins to capture and redirect the water, as well as tying in six downspouts that are currently contributing to the excess runoff. Additionally, we'll incorporate an existing Fr...
How To Prevent Erosion On A Sloped Yard in Concord, NC
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In this video, we address a severe erosion issue on a homeowner’s property caused by downspout runoff near a patio area. Our plan involves extending the existing drain pipes, sealing them to prevent leaks, and running two new pipes to the tree line to ensure proper water flow. We’ll use black piping for better aesthetics and durability. To restore the eroded area, we'll bring in fresh dirt, pac...
Which Square Catch Basin Lid is Best?
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Which Square Catch Basin Lid is Best?
Which 6" Catch Basin Lid Should You Use?
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In this video, Nick from Drain My Lawn breaks down the different types of 6-inch catch basin lids and explains when to use each one in your drainage system. He covers the standard NDS plastic grate, the Atrium grate for high-debris areas, and the French Drain Man high-flow grate with a turf restrictor for better yard drainage. Nick shares expert tips on how these lids function, their compatibil...
How to Dry Up Side Yards In Harrisburg, NC
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In this video, we tackle a homeowner's drainage issues caused by water accumulating from multiple downspouts, condensation lines, and neighboring properties. The standing water has made it difficult for grass to grow, and the homeowner wants to reclaim the area for a walkway. Our solution includes tying in the downspouts and condensation lines into a drainage system with catch basins to collect...
Extending Downspouts in Charlotte, NC
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In this video, we address a homeowner’s request to tie all of their downspouts into a single drainage system that directs water out to the street. We plan to connect three downspouts on one side of the home into a main trunk line, install a catch basin in a low-lying area that tends to collect water, and extend the system toward the curb while carefully navigating around existing utilities like...
Preventing Foundation Damage in Mint Hill, NC
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In this video, we address a homeowner's erosion problem caused by water runoff and lack of sunlight preventing grass growth. The erosion is impacting the area around the house, especially near the curtain wall. To solve this, we plan to extend the downspouts along the side of the house into a single drainage line that will direct water away from the home and toward a storm drain. Additionally, ...
How to Drain A Back Yard in Matthews, NC
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In this video, we address a homeowner's standing water issue caused by downspouts from both their house and the neighbor's, along with runoff from surrounding properties. The soggy, low-lying areas between the homes have become a problem during heavy rainfalls. Our solution involves installing multiple catch basins to collect water from the downspouts and low points. We’ll shape the ground to d...
Burrito Wrapped French Drain Installation in Charlotte, NC
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In this video, we showcase the installation of a burrito-wrapped French drain system, alongside catch basins and downspout connections. We walk through the process of using a solid line to direct water through perforated pipes within the French drain, ensuring optimal water flow. The system is designed to allow grass to grow on top, while the sand layer and fabric pre-filter protect the drain f...
How To Drain A Front Yard in Charlotte, NC
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In this video, we address a drainage issue where heavy rainwater from the road and neighboring properties overwhelms the homeowner’s catch basin, causing water to pool on the driveway and potentially threatening the garage. We analyze the current system and explain how accumulated dirt and silt are clogging the catch basin, leading to overflow during intense rainstorms. To solve the problem, we...
How to Drain The Water From Your Walkway In Charlotte, NC
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How to Drain The Water From Your Walkway In Charlotte, NC
Protecting a House From Water In Mint Hill, NC
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Protecting a House From Water In Mint Hill, NC
How To Drain a Future Pickleball Court in Matthews, NC
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How To Drain a Future Pickleball Court in Matthews, NC
Armyworms Are Back in Charlotte, NC
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Armyworms Are Back in Charlotte, NC
How to Use Drainage to Protect Your Pool in Charlotte, North Carolina
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How to Use Drainage to Protect Your Pool in Charlotte, North Carolina
Solution For a Muddy Side Yard in Mint Hill, NC
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Solution For a Muddy Side Yard in Mint Hill, NC
How To Drain a Flooding Front Porch in Charlotte, NC
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How To Drain a Flooding Front Porch in Charlotte, NC
How to Fix A Washed-Out Yard in Concord, NC
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How to Fix A Washed-Out Yard in Concord, NC
How to Get Rid of Standing Water in Charlotte, NC
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How to Get Rid of Standing Water in Charlotte, NC
The FDM Downspout Cleanout Protects Drainage Systems
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The FDM Downspout Cleanout Protects Drainage Systems
Heavy Storms Can Cover Catch Basins in Charlotte, NC
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Heavy Storms Can Cover Catch Basins in Charlotte, NC
How To Drain Pooling Around Your New Home in Matthews North Carolina
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How To Drain Pooling Around Your New Home in Matthews North Carolina
How to Fix Pooling In Your Yard In Charlotte North Carolina
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How to Fix Pooling In Your Yard In Charlotte North Carolina
How to Dry Up a Soggy Side Yard in Charlotte, NC
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How to Dry Up a Soggy Side Yard in Charlotte, NC
Non-Wrapped French Drain in Charlotte, NC Clay
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Non-Wrapped French Drain in Charlotte, NC Clay

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  • @tomjudkins3799
    @tomjudkins3799 2 дні тому

    This is nearly useless advice unless you can source the dual wall pipe in your area. In st louis, it does not seem to be available anywhere at any price. I would be happy to be proven wrong if you have a distributor.

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 2 дні тому

      @@tomjudkins3799 Most of our audience has access, one way or another, to the materials discussed. Call a local irrigation supply house and ask them. You can order FDM single wall online.

  • @mayaprasanth9228
    @mayaprasanth9228 6 днів тому

    I was wondering why not a catch basin is used as an emitter instead of a pop up. there you go! Thanks

  • @2aprogressive626
    @2aprogressive626 10 днів тому

    I am installing a french drain that I have to drive a 30HP tractor over, and I am in a climate that freezes. Would double-wall perforated HDPE hold up? And do you have a suggestion on what type of rock to fill with? Thanks for the great content!

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 5 днів тому

      For French drains, double wall is strong but very slow because the holes are small. FDM 8-Slot Pipe is our go-to. 2" clean round rock/river rock is best. frenchdrainman.com/product/4-in-8-slot-heavy-duty-perforated-pipe/

  • @daveb7771
    @daveb7771 18 днів тому

    With 4” corrugated, how do you keep the bottom of the wye from leaking when snapped over? I added wye clean outs on all my downspouts, each one leaks a fair amount of water because of the female wye being over the male corrugated.

    • @additivealex4566
      @additivealex4566 6 днів тому

      also want to know. There's male-female Y pipes that aren't as commonly stocked.

  • @garcommedia2771
    @garcommedia2771 23 дні тому

    Your videos would be more watchable if they showed the actual work being performed to alleviate the problems.

  • @gerardoerrazquin9435
    @gerardoerrazquin9435 24 дні тому

    Where did you get the gasket? I can't find it anywhere...

  • @FRENCHDRAINMAN
    @FRENCHDRAINMAN 24 дні тому

    This is a pretty good video. It shows people the quality of work that you do. 💪

  • @GrifFungin
    @GrifFungin 26 днів тому

    Isn’t sewer pipe schedule 40, which is buried just like a schedule 40 drainage pipe would be…. So brittleness doesn’t seem an issue for sewer drains….

  • @bfshinn
    @bfshinn Місяць тому

    So buy FDM for longevity in a drain pipe😊

  • @janebishop5885
    @janebishop5885 Місяць тому

    Thank you so much for this simple clear video on connecting drain pipes. I'm trying to deal with a problem and was wondering what my options were on joining pipes. !!!

  • @jpiii8887
    @jpiii8887 Місяць тому

    My catch basin, very much like the one you showed in this video, was buried under sod in my yard. Is that normal? By the way, I live in California in the Sacramento valley, meaning we don't get a ton of rain out here, especially during the summer-ish months (4-5 months out of the year).

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn Місяць тому

      @@jpiii8887 It's not supposed to be that way but unfortunately is pretty common. Check out French Drain Man turf restrictor catch basin.

    • @chromo48
      @chromo48 9 днів тому

      The catch basin itself should be buried, but the top/lid should be flush with the surface of your yard and not have anything growing over it. The idea is that it needs to be accessible should you need to open it and clean it out.

  • @FRENCHDRAINMAN
    @FRENCHDRAINMAN Місяць тому

    💪

  • @vudunof
    @vudunof Місяць тому

    Lots of good info. here!

  • @Dilemma4132
    @Dilemma4132 Місяць тому

    Question, if you don’t have large trees that will clog your down spouts, do you really need these traps?

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn Місяць тому

      We recommend it as an access/inspection point at a minimum. Also, you'd be surprised by how far leaves travel in storms. We've had many customers with no big trees within 300 of there home have clogged gutters. Maple helicopters are the worst for traveling. Also, squirrels and other critters can sometimes go into drain systems.

  • @terrencetaylor8196
    @terrencetaylor8196 Місяць тому

    This was beautiful!! Thank you, Sir.

  • @sk8guit
    @sk8guit Місяць тому

    Can you put N12 under a concrete slab?

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn Місяць тому

      Yes to under sidewalks, patios, and driveways. If you want more strength, search for "AASHTO certified"

    • @sk8guit
      @sk8guit Місяць тому

      @@drainmylawn Thank you for replying. So kind of you! I'm planning on putting gravel under the pipe. Should I cover the pipe with gravel before pouring the concrete on top or should I pour the concrete around the top and sides of the pipe?

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn Місяць тому

      @@sk8guit You're welcome! Gravel is good because it won't settle once it's compacted.

  • @Harb67
    @Harb67 2 місяці тому

    FDM all the way.

  • @DaveAwesome
    @DaveAwesome 2 місяці тому

    Did they do it? Heh

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 2 місяці тому

      @@DaveAwesome This is an evaluation. We haven't had the opportunity to implement.

    • @DaveAwesome
      @DaveAwesome 2 місяці тому

      @@drainmylawn they should! Look at all that water pooling up. It can make huge holes under your house foundation, which is really not good.

  • @LIAM_da_LAD110
    @LIAM_da_LAD110 2 місяці тому

    Love your videos. One suggestion if its possible...show the finished work.

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 2 місяці тому

      @@LIAM_da_LAD110 Thank you! These are our evaluation and design videos. We're working on a good workflow for taking videos of the finished work.

  • @bobbycrosby9765
    @bobbycrosby9765 2 місяці тому

    My concern with corrugated is more about standing water and mosquitoes. Is that a valid concern or is it not really a problem?

  • @cujo7240
    @cujo7240 2 місяці тому

    Does this double wall pipe also come in a perforated version for use as a perimeter drain around basements. Do they make fittings for this style pipe so you can go around corners of a foundation?

  • @paulsmukalla5220
    @paulsmukalla5220 2 місяці тому

    I generally don’t comment on videos because I’m here to learn not look like a fool. My plan is using Baughman tile 4” yellow corrugated pipe. It’s a virgin plastic (nothing recycled). There’s 2 downspout’s I’ll be connecting together. Each will have a catch basin(FDM) a few feet after they start running parallel with the ground. They will get connected with a wye and run out to the culvert pipe I have in front of my house. This pipe seems really stiff compared to regular corrugated pipe which is why I bought it. I need a bit of flexibility as well. I know my ground expands and contracts a lot. My neighbor also has a few large trees close to where this is going. I was afraid to use PVC because of all the connections needed for the 85’ run. One crack in and I’ll be right back where I am now. Do you see any problems with this? Located in SE Wisconsin.

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 2 місяці тому

      Sounds like a solid plan. I only have experience with the 6" Baughman yellow, and it's a good pipe.

    • @paulsmukalla5220
      @paulsmukalla5220 2 місяці тому

      @@drainmylawn any recommendations for fill around the pipe itself or just pack it in with dirt?

  • @johnsmith-wd5sq
    @johnsmith-wd5sq 2 місяці тому

    Sounds like a Good plan. Would love to see some pics when complete!

  • @whatsay8406
    @whatsay8406 2 місяці тому

    These might be great products, no doubt, but cost is a factor that maybe wasn’t considered?? I can do the pvc wye setup for 7 down spouts is $150. FDM spout connectors are $377.82 (includes shipping) for 7. That’s roughly 60% more. Not sure there’s that much extra value personally. Looks and a little easier to install. Even installing a catch basin at the end of each spout is cheaper. Let’s face it, the spout connector is nothing more a catch basin that burrito wraps the spout.

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 2 місяці тому

      @@whatsay8406 Easy maintenance, and clean look matter to our customers. The cost we charge to the customer is the same because of the time savings of such a fast installation.

  • @siestakeygirl1000
    @siestakeygirl1000 2 місяці тому

    I'm crying 😭😭😭

  • @siestakeygirl1000
    @siestakeygirl1000 2 місяці тому

    I have a down spout that goes to underground rock pit. It's backed up how do I unclog it??

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 2 місяці тому

      @@siestakeygirl1000 this is a tough situation. There's no way to unclog an underground drain field/rock bed unless it was specifically designed to be serviced. You'll likely have to abandon it and rerun your downspout to a pop up or a servicable feature

  • @BradMeyers-or3ok
    @BradMeyers-or3ok 3 місяці тому

    I have some area in my yard where a hole is forming, upon inspection the pvc pipe is cracked on the side and washing away the soil to create the hole in the lawn. Question is, after watching your video what is the best way to connect the double wall ADS to the existing pvc pipe so I don’t have to replace the whole length from the downspout to the street, just a section of it?

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 3 місяці тому

      We would us a PVC to corrugated adapter coupler (female to male) to attach to the double wall. We would then wrap each seam with a blockmyroots.com root wrap. If you want to protect the connection from crushing under heavy loads, you can sleeve it in a 6" double wall or PVC segment.

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 2 місяці тому

      @@BradMeyers-or3ok ua-cam.com/video/abKpbUUE5aU/v-deo.htmlsi=yWWypiIgNwVbIdAJ

    • @BradMeyers-or3ok
      @BradMeyers-or3ok 2 місяці тому

      Awesome! Thank you. Dug it up today so will be using this method to fix the pipe in the next couple days.

  • @CurtisHays
    @CurtisHays 3 місяці тому

    I have round gutters what can I use?

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 3 місяці тому

      @@CurtisHays we use these frenchdrainman.com/product/downspout-cleanout-leaf-filter-round/

  • @FRENCHDRAINMAN
    @FRENCHDRAINMAN 3 місяці тому

    SMH 🤦‍♂️ Great video

  • @StormWaterDrainageSolutions
    @StormWaterDrainageSolutions 3 місяці тому

    One of the many reasons I can’t stand HOAs. What is the point of paying HOA fees if they say the storm drain infrastructure is your responsibility to fix. That is crazy.

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 3 місяці тому

      Exactly. I hope this family is able to get the HOA or developer to take care of it now rather than after a fight.

  • @RobertSanders-z5g
    @RobertSanders-z5g 3 місяці тому

    Kenneth and the office team at Drain my Lawn are super professional. I called with a few simple questions only to have Kenneth arrive at my home just a few hours later (not expecting a response like that) for which he not only answered "All" of my questions yet took the time to create a catered plan to address each of my home's needs with several different options. The next day I was sent not only a schematic of the proposed project, a cost breakdown with variations yet he also shot a video of what we discussed and what the work would entail. Well done Drain myLawn, way to represent Kenneth!

  • @FRENCHDRAINMAN
    @FRENCHDRAINMAN 3 місяці тому

    Awesome thumbnail. Change all the titles. Your old videos can be used for search engine optimization for the cities you work in.

  • @drainmylawn
    @drainmylawn 3 місяці тому

    Here's what happens to unwrapped french drains in our soil ua-cam.com/video/gmmaaNSqVk8/v-deo.htmlsi=lh1JHocSC23mwS5J

  • @Welgeldiguniekalias
    @Welgeldiguniekalias 3 місяці тому

    The trajectory for this hurricane was all wrong. Clearly, it was meant to hit Dallas.

  • @willybumbum6682
    @willybumbum6682 3 місяці тому

    How about…. A elbow with a slotted catch basin lid as a intake?

  • @scottchamberlain7338
    @scottchamberlain7338 3 місяці тому

    i use duct tape, i mean, your just getting it tight to set in ground, then dirt will do its job and settle. by the time the duct tape dies, years, soil will be a sealant.

  • @kenanhajdarevic5230
    @kenanhajdarevic5230 3 місяці тому

    😂 the music

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 3 місяці тому

      @@kenanhajdarevic5230 your channel name... lol

  • @Ygnluv12
    @Ygnluv12 3 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for this video. New homeowner and had no idea how to clean my catch basin.

  • @yesterdayschunda1760
    @yesterdayschunda1760 3 місяці тому

    a bobcat you drive from behind is new to me

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 3 місяці тому

      @@yesterdayschunda1760 it's really helpful in small spaces and can drive through gates.

  • @GabeNarwhal
    @GabeNarwhal 3 місяці тому

    Perfect edit. Good job on both the job and video!

  • @mastersparkee59
    @mastersparkee59 3 місяці тому

    They always talk about how the roots will get in the joints. Well the are holes every foot. Wont those get roots in them, too?

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 3 місяці тому

      @@mastersparkee59 there aren't holes in solid pipe. This video covers solid drain pipes. Perforated pipe has holes.

  • @julianreverse
    @julianreverse 3 місяці тому

    🤦‍♂🤦‍♂🤦‍♂🤦‍♂🤦‍♂🤦‍♂🤦‍♂🤦‍♂

  • @Trigger200284
    @Trigger200284 3 місяці тому

    drain system? who can afford that? lol... drain system...

  • @CarolMaroni-f5f
    @CarolMaroni-f5f 3 місяці тому

    just started to rebuild our drive way . i live on a gravel road and our drive way is about 400 yards long . I got around 7 yards od 3/4. it only went around 35 yards up the drive way. we had alot of wash out someplaces were 6plus inches deep and 2 feet wide. i am looking forward to seeing how you fix the drive way. be safe in the real world

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 3 місяці тому

      @@CarolMaroni-f5f Thanks for sharing! Hope the gravel holds for you. We'll be posting the project when we do it. We're doing a twin 42" culvert system.

  • @MarcusGato-m1e
    @MarcusGato-m1e 3 місяці тому

    Ur faster than a machine

  • @lyodbraun
    @lyodbraun 3 місяці тому

    Looking forward to seeing the rest of this job when it’s completed 👍

  • @sissymurphy9620
    @sissymurphy9620 3 місяці тому

    does this fit the 4 inch corrugated pipe with out ann adapter . I know you need the tape but wondering if there is adapter needed also

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 3 місяці тому

      Both of the items in the video come with adapter. French Drain Man's turf restrictor comes with one now too.

  • @clovertx901
    @clovertx901 3 місяці тому

    I have a trench dug close to the side of my house. I finally decided i wont add in a french drain as i have a little slope, but i will have 2 gutter downspouts with 2 inline basins. I have a few big trees close to the trench so thats why i decided against the fd. Im going to backfill with all rock. Should i wrap this system or would it be pointless since theres no fd? Thank you

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 3 місяці тому

      @@clovertx901 don't add rock if you're not doing a French drain. The rock will hold water if no FD is installed

    • @clovertx901
      @clovertx901 3 місяці тому

      @drainmylawn i originally wanted to add a french drain, but is it too risky for 1 next to big trees? Because now i dug a massive trench for nothing.

  • @bartosullivan8050
    @bartosullivan8050 4 місяці тому

    Should I worry about roots if there are no trees within two miles of my home?

    • @drainmylawn
      @drainmylawn 4 місяці тому

      @@bartosullivan8050 We always protect against roots. Depends on the plants in and around your landscaping. There are some small plants with reall aggrsssive roots, like japanese knotweed. We have a surefire solution for roots at www.blockmyroots.com.

  • @StormWaterDrainageSolutions
    @StormWaterDrainageSolutions 4 місяці тому

    This drainage set up is straight out of the NDS play book😅 Classic. Good video brother 💪