How to Check If Water Is Draining Too Close to Your Foundation
The most reliable way to check whether water is draining [...]
How Poor Grading and Drainage Can Lead to Standing Water
Standing water forms when the ground around your home has [...]
French Drains vs. Downspout Extensions: Which Drainage Solution Is Right?
French drains and downspout extensions solve two different problems. A [...]
Common Drainage Problems Homeowners Miss Until It Is Too Late
The drainage problems homeowners most often miss are the slow, [...]
What Is a French Drain and When Does a Home Need One?
A French drain is a gravel-filled trench with a perforated [...]
How Leaves, Ice, and Debris Affect Roof Water Drainage
Debris does not block an eavestrough evenly. It collects at [...]
Ice Dams vs Snow Buildup: What’s Actually Causing Your Roof Leak?
If water is getting into your home this winter, an [...]
Why Does My Downspout Freeze in Winter?
Downspouts freeze because water sits still inside them. During a [...]
Why Do I Still Get Ice Dams After a Roof Repair?
If you had roofing work done and the ice came [...]
Seasonal Drainage Maintenance Checklist for Toronto Homeowners
The short version: clean your eavestroughs after the leaves have [...]
