What the hell is a French Drain?

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What do the French have to do with this? Watch to see how to prevent flooding at your property. Peter and Michael discuss exactly how it works.

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Show Notes:

French Drain is not:

• Couture
• Food
• High end Drain

El Nino Silicon Valley and San Francisco Expect:

• Lots of rain which may lead to flooding due to poor drainage.
• Water follows path of least resistance

Critical: Divert water away from property

If the street is higher than your property, how do you ensure the water doesn’t flood your property?

Clay Soil in SF Bay Area

• Doesn’t drain as fast
• Put a sloped pipe with channel to drain water
• Pipe with holes will allow for further draining

The Pipe can get:

• Muddy
• Cover with debris (leaves, dirt, gravel)

Prevent Clogging:

1. Weed fabric
2. Stones
3. Add drainage sock

Final destination of drain:

1. Pit or dry creek bed
2. Temporary to Street

For More French Drain

Wiki How:

Link to Wiki How: http://pad2.whstatic.com/images/thumb/9/9f/Build-a-French-Drain-Step-1-Version-2.jpg/aid1127196-728px-Build-a-French-Drain-Step-1-Version-2.jpg

 

 

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