Things with “French” in the title are usually fancy, right? Poodles, perfume, pastries. But a French drain has a more utilitarian purpose—redirecting standing water away from vulnerable structures or ...

French drains were a trending gardening topic last year and they'e still incredibly popular. They solve a host of common lawn drainage problems, all while hiding in plain sight under your lawn.

Q: A well-respected and competent contractor who has done excellent work for us in the past is giving us a bid to install a French drain and surface drain in our sloped backyard in San Mateo. For the ...

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If you’re looking to harness the power of water at your will, French drains are the way. Whether you have water pooling in areas outside when it rains, areas of your garden that get too much water, or ...

A French drain system can be an effective long-term solution to water drainage problems both inside and outside the home. French drain installation specialists, landscapers, foundation repair ...

If the phrase “a river runs through it” doesn’t conjure up the beautiful sights and melodious sounds of a nearby river, you may have a water problem. If your image is a swampy, saturated swath of ...