As the days grow longer and the weather warms, it’s time to turn our attention to springtime preparations for our properties. Among the many tasks on your to-do list, ensuring effective drainage is very important. At DeFazio Company, we understand the importance of proper drainage solutions, and we’re here to offer some expert advice on how to keep your property dry and resilient this spring.
As winter blankets our surroundings with a layer of frost and snow, many homeowners turn their attention to the cozy warmth of their homes. However, amid the serene beauty of a winter wonderland, a silent but crucial battle is waged beneath the surface—the battle against poor yard drainage. Today on the blog, your friends at DeFazio Company will explain why proper yard drainage matters most during the winter months and how it can be your home’s unsung hero in the face of winter challenges.
While many problems around the house require a professional to point out, drainage problems are pretty easy to spot. If you have standing water in your yard or it is consistently spongey after rainfall, you have a drainage problem. However, just because you can point out the problem doesn’t mean the cause is always as obvious. That’s why our team at DeFazio Company is discussing the three most common causes of poor drainage so you can figure out what’s causing your standing water problem.
Drainage issues can wreak havoc on your home at any time of year, but we find they are especially inconvenient around the holidays. The very last thing you want to deal with as you plan for Thanksgiving visitors is standing water in your yard. Be prepared this year by watching out for these three drainage issues brought to you by your friends at DeFazio Company.
Fences offer so much utility and value to a home. You can clearly mark your property, keep your privacy, and have a safe space to let your kids and pets play. If you’ve never had a fence professionally installed before, it may seem a little confusing. In reality, the process is very easy, and the team at DeFazio Company is here to make things as smooth as possible. Here are some of our frequently asked questions regarding a fence installation.
Water is magnificent. It is central to life and brings fun and beauty. Unfortunately, however, water can also bring destruction. Your home requires a drainage system that properly routes water away from the home’s structure with trenches or pipes to a place like a sewer, ravine, or pond. Take it from all of us here at DeFazio Company and ensure your house has an adequate drainage solution.
If you’ve never experienced a flooded basement, consider yourself lucky. The damage a flood can do can be catastrophic- with water damage spreading from your flooring, your furniture, and potentially valuable family heirlooms. So how do you prevent your home from flooding? Heed these three tips from your friends at DeFazio Company, and never come home to a flooded basement again.
Summer is a favorite time of year for many people. The weather is warm, and you generally have more time to spend with family and friends. However, here in Ohio, summer also comes with daylong storms, and that can lead to too much water accumulating on your property. While it might not seem like a big deal to have small amounts of water pooling on your property, any amount of flooding can actually cause serious issues if not attended to. At DeFazio Company, we provide landscape drainage solutions, and today we are discussing why they are so important.
Winter weather in Ohio is hard on your home in a variety of ways. Your furnace works overtime, your roof and siding take a beating, and your home’s drainage system is subject to all kinds of unique problems that can be difficult to solve. At DeFazio Company, we believe in being prepared, so as we head into the second half of winter, watch out for these three common drainage problems.
Did you know that a major cause of structural damage in Ohio homes is poor drainage? As a homeowner, we’re sure you can appreciate how devastating structural damage can be and you’ll want to do everything in your power to avoid it! That’s why it is so important to make sure your home is armed with the right type of drainage system. Exterior drainage systems offer the defense you need to protect your home against surface water. So today, our team at DeFazio Company is discussing the different types available.