What is a French Drain? A French drain is a simple yet effective drainage system designed to redirect water away from your property. It typically consists of a trench filled with gravel and a perforated pipe that helps guide water away from problem areas, such as the foundation of your home or your yard. …
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Exterior French Drain Types Explained By A Civil Engineer
Hi my name is Mike Isbir and I’m the owner of Isbir construction and landscape located in Elizabeth Pennsylvania just south of Pittsburgh. French Drains Are Our Specialty Our company specializes in exterior drainage solutions. Our goal is to keep water from getting into your house, building or foundation rather than pumping it out once …
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Avoid These Common French Drain Mistakes
Water management around your home can often be a matter of the hidden systems being the most crucial. A classic example is the French drain, a simple trench filled with gravel or rock that redirects surface water and groundwater away from an area. Despite its simplicity, this unassuming drainage solution can make all the difference …
How to Keep Your French Drain From Freezing
Winter can be a harsh season for your drain system. With temperatures dropping below freezing, there is always a risk of your drain becoming frozen. This can cause significant problems and damage to your drainage system if not addressed promptly. As a drain expert, I have seen many cases of frozen drains during the winter …
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Exterior French Drains Are Superior To Internal French Drains
If you talk to an interior drainage company, they will likely tell you to get an interior French drain. Conversely, an exterior drainage company will likely tell you to have an exterior French drain installed. So, which is better? Let’s discuss the facts. Ground Water Should Stay On The Outside Of Your House Installing an …
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Guide to French Drains for Pittsburgh Homeowners
What Is a French Drain? A French drain is a pipe system designed to help manage water drainage on your property. It is typically made of perforated PVC or corrugated pipe and is surrounded with gravel. The French drain collects water from ground seepage. It then redirects the water away from your home to …
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Do I Need a Catch Basin for My Home?
Catch Basin Basics A catch basin is part of a drainage system that collects excess water and diverts it away from your home. It is often constructed with an inlet pipe, where water enters the basin, and an outlet pipe, which takes the collected water away and out of sight. How Catch Basins Are Designed …
What are My Options for a Basement Drainage System?
When it comes to basement drainage systems, there are many options available.
Pennsylvania Licenses Contractors…Finally!
The act was created to help protect homeowners from being taken advantage of by dishonest contractors.
Port Vue Honor Roll
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