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 ...

If you’re looking to harness the power of water at your will, French drains are the way. Whether you have water pooling in areas outside when it rains, areas of your garden that get too much water, or ...

A damp basement is bad news for homeowners, and a flooded basement is even worse. How can you protect your property? One solution is French drain installation in your yard or basement. Find out what ...

In our Santa Cruz climate, proper drainage is especially important if you want to keep your landscaping and home protected from water damage. An overabundance of water can drown certain plants, harbor ...

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The website of a popular home improvement retailer has a page titled “How to Install a French Drain.” The text states that “Drainage problems in your yard can lead to unsightly pooling and even mold ...

French drains saw a spike in popularity at the start of last year and the trend shows no sign of stopping. A cursory Google of this clever drainage solution will bring up dozens of forums of gardeners ...

Things with “French” in the title are usually fancy, right? Poodles, perfume, pastries. But a French drain has a more utilitarian purpose—redirecting standing water away from vulnerable structures or ...