Drainage System Maintenance: Why It Matters
Proper drainage maintenance protects your home and yard from excess moisture. Even a quality system eventually clogs with debris and sediment, reducing water flow. Regular inspections help protect the foundation, prevent soil problems, and avoid costly damage.
Why It’s Important
When pipes and channels clog, water looks for alternative paths, causing:
– Foundation flooding and cracks.
– Damage to walkways and landscaping.
– Moisture and mold near walls.
– Standing water after rain.
Routine service prevents these issues and extends system life.
How Often to Maintain
Most systems need service 1–2 times per year, more often if the property has many trees.
Best Times for Service
Spring: clear winter debris before seasonal rains.
Fall: remove leaves and prepare for freezing weather.
During heavy rain or snowmelt, the system must work perfectly — prevention matters.
If Maintenance Is Ignored
A neglected system loses capacity, leading to soil erosion, overflowing basins, ground settling, and basement damage — all far more expensive than routine care.
Need Professional Help?
Yukor Construction LLC provides full drainage maintenance: inspection, cleaning, clog removal, and flow restoration. Contact us to keep your system working year-round.
