Wet and soggy - drainage problem

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Wet and soggy - drainage problem

by ruth
(Emmaus, PA)

My yard abutts with my neighbors. Since he put a huge pile of logs by an existing fence, water has backed up into my yard. The yard is already sloped somewhat, and the water is beginning to pool after rains, and can remain for 2-3 days depending on the amount. I was thinking of planting items that would thrive in such conditions, but it is also a shaded area from our 40+ oak tree. I remember seeing a simple filtration blurb awhile ago, in a magazine about sand, small pebbles, and larger stones layered, but do not remember what exactly it stated. ANY ideas would help. I am open to suggestions.

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Wet and soggy - drainage problem

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Mar 20, 2011

Wet and Soggy Drainage Problem
by: Kimberly

Hi Ruth, Kimberly here from landscape solutions for you. Thank you for asking the question on your drainage problem in your backyard. This can be a common problem.

The first thing you have to do is plan to divert the water from the low laying area. This can be done by installing solid corrugated pipe. Since your yard on a slope, you will want to divert the water from the higher point down through the slope. This is a good way to take care of the excess water.

You will need to dig a small trench along the path you are planning to put the pipe in. I will give you a link to landscaping with corrugated pipes. My crew and I have done this on several clients property. You can ad small stones to cover the pipe.

The corrugated pipe is one solution. You can also consider putting in a drain box at the low spot along with the corrugated piping. This adds to help the flow of water you are trying to divert.

You can also consider putting in a French drain. I can walk you through the steps if you decide on this.

There are two types of corrugated pipes. One with holes and one solid. You will want the solid corrugated pipes.

Thanks again Ruth, and if you need some more advice, ask right here. Once you get the piping in, you can plant over it. I can help you with suggestions as well. Best of luck and let us know what you decide to do. Here is the link that may point you in the right direction. Hope your day is going great.
Kimberly

http://www.landscape-solutions-for-you.com/Landscaping.html

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