Standing water in your yard can be caused by several problems, such as poor grading, overwatering from sprinklers, groundwater close to the surface, or a leaking underground water line. Here are some common solutions you can try to help your yard drain properly.
A low spot in your lawn can collect water after rain due to runoff, soil erosion, hardscaping, or new construction. Most of the water should drain within 24 to 48 hours, but longer-lasting pooling may point to a drainage problem. Learn how to identify and fix the problem.
Driveway flooding happens when rainwater collects faster than it can drain away, often due to poor grading, low spots, blocked drains, or runoff from nearby areas.
Patio and hardscape drainage problems are usually caused by incorrect grading, sinking pavers, runoff from the yard, roof, or driveway, poor drainage along the patio edge, or blocked drains. Depending on the cause, the solution may involve correcting the patio slope, resetting pavers, redirecting runoff, or installing a drainage system such as a catch basin.
Water pools near a foundation when rainwater cannot drain away from the house properly. Common causes include poor grading, low spots, downspouts releasing water too close to the foundation, slow-draining soil, and blocked or damaged drainage systems.
Yard flooding after rain is usually caused by poor grading, slow-draining soil, excess runoff, or drainage problems. Here’s how to identify where the water is coming from and what you can do to improve drainage.