Install a Vancouver Drainage System and Prevent Water Damage

If you're a homeowner in Canada, including those in Surrey and Vancouver, British Columbia, you know that water damage can destroy your house. In fact, as most people in the world are aware, it can adversely affect any structure. Hence, it is essential that a drainage system be part of any kind of building—residential or commercial.

What does a Vancouver drainage system, for example, provide? Basically, it diverts or drains excess water coming from the building or the surrounding areas, before it can cause any damage. A poor drainage system can result in basement flooding from leaks, or erosion, and put your sidings at risk. Pools of water which remain on the surface for long periods can also damage decks and landscapes.

However, it is important that the design and installation of the drainage system must be in accordance with the needs of your property. For instance, if there are pools of water that regularly collect on your driveway or front and back yards, you may need inlets at these locations. On the other hand, if erosion is your problem, the drainage system may have to be installed at the top of a slope. But if basement flooding is an issue, the drains may have to be built closer to the structure.

All of these home drainage systems, whether a Vancouver or Surrey drainage system, have several elements in common—an entry point for water, a method to transport that water, and a final destination for collected water. All these elements must work in harmony to provide an efficient system. There are actually several types of home drainage systems, namely the French drain, downspout drain, and slope drain.

French drains are trenches, usually found on flat land, which prevent water from entering particular areas of the house. Downspout drains on the other hand connect to the gutter system and carry water away from the roof to the ground. Meanwhile, a slope drain allows water to follow a natural route down a slope and direct it away from the building and landscaping.

Whatever type of drainage system your property needs, it is important to always consult a professional drainage contractor like Milani. It is not a do-it-yourself kind of installation and requires special skills and knowledge for the task. The value of your property could depend on it.