Open vs Closed French Drains
What is a French Drain? When water comes to a foundation wall, it tends to seep through any openings it can to enter your home. Drainage solutions are a simple way of ensuring your home is protected and water is being diverted away from your home. French drains are trenches covered with gravel or rock. […]
Landscaping Red Flags in Alexandria
Landscaping is an easy way to give your home a big personality. What’s often in the background of these creations, is the impact landscaping will have on the foundation of a home. Creating an aesthetically pleasing Alexandria home doesn’t have to come at the expense of your foundation’s integrity. Here are a few things to […]
Drainage Solutions for your Alexandria Home
If your home is in Alexandria, Virginia, then you probably have a residence on expansive soils. Northern Virginia is known to have clay in its soil. Expansive soils swell when wet and shrink when dry. As a homeowner, you want to divert water away from your home and protect your foundation. Standing water near your […]