The first thing to keep in mind is that your landscape will not survive or maintain its well-being without proper drainage. Water will begin to build up and in turn, it will overrun your plants, flowers, and the rest of your landscape—making it a muddy, damp mess.
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It’s important to realize that a well-designed and built landscape that incorporates areas for draining is critical. Without one, all the time and money you have invested in your landscape and hardscape will ultimately be a waste. Drainage issues can begin thanks to an inflow of rainwater caused by a powerful storm is not the only thing that creates drainage problems. If you installed downspout storm drains right along the foundation of your house, this can also cause problems. Downspout drains are supposed to transport water away from your house, but if they are installed too close to the building’s foundation they could redirect water right next to your house.