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Solving Residential Drainage Problems

We are the foundation and structural repair contractors in the East Bay since 1983. Jim Gardner Construction specializes in residential structural repair work, including foundation repair and replacement, basement dig outs, drainage systems (French drains and downspout and site drainage), replacing and repairing entry stairs and porches, earthquake / seismic retrofitting repairs and upgrades, and retaining walls. For more details visit us at https://jimgardnerconstruction.com/

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Solving Residential Drainage Problems

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  1. SOLVING RESIDENTIAL DRAINAGE PROBLEMS

  2. WHY IT OCCURS? Flooded basements, garages, and water in crawlspaces and in finished spaces under homes are commonplace. Most people don’t know where to start to solve these problems,

  3. DRAINAGE ABC'S One of the most important things to understand is that there are two types of water that need to be managed- surface water and subterranean water. Surface water is water from roofs, downspouts, patio drains, and water that runs along driveways, walkways, etc. Surface water rainwater and causes problems during and shortly after it rains. is primarily

  4. THE CORRECT SOLUTION To properly solve your drainage problems one must consider both types of water. When we suspect that subterranean water is contributing to a drainage problem, we will often install a subsurface drain (commonly known as a French Drain) in conjunction with our surface drainage. When we install drainage next to a foundation, we will also attach a waterproofing membrane to that wall.dd a subheading

  5. Don't Be Fooled French Drains are commonly around 3′-5′ deep, but are occasionally much deeper. Substantial amounts of soil have to be removed and replaced with gravel as part of this process. This type of work is not cheap- it is certainly more expensive and involved than surface drainage.

  6. Consult With Engineer It is best to consult with a contractor or engineer who has substantial experience with this type of work before embarking on drainage repairs. designed and drainage system should take care of your water protect your home well into the future. A constructed properly problems and

  7. CONTACT US https://jimgardnerconstruction.com/ (510) 655-3409 3871 Piedmont Ave. Suite 13 Oakland, CA, USA

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