A French drain system can be an effective long-term solution to water drainage problems both inside and outside the home. French drain installation specialists, landscapers, foundation repair ...

Things with “French” in the title are usually fancy, right? Poodles, perfume, pastries. But a French drain is nothing more than a ditch in sloped ground, inset with a perforated drain pipe under a ...

Q:While raking up leaves and pulling weeds, I came across some long, concrete, half-pipe-shaped tubing that extends the length of one side of our house, the uphill side, about a foot from our ...

Q: I live on a low-lying lot. My crawl space is always wet, even though I have a dehumidifier and a sump pump down there. People have suggested I use French drains; one said exterior ones, another ...

Q: I read your column regularly even if the problem you discuss does not directly affect me. Your comments are always interesting. I'm writing you to ask if you know if it is possible to waterproof a ...

French drains are a practical way to protect your home and yard from excess water, but only if designed and installed correctly. From choosing the right slope to selecting durable materials, small ...

I did 1200 feet of drain tile in my back yard last fall, here are the results... #DIY #FrenchDrain #Landscaping #YardDrainage ...

Timothy has written about personal finance, including detailed home renovation and repair cost guides, since 2017. His work covers everything from plumbing and roofing to solar and pest control. Find ...

Q: I live on a low-lying lot. My crawl space is always wet, even though I have a dehumidifier and a sump pump down there. People have suggested I use French drains; one said exterior ones, another ...