01
Watch during real rain
Photograph where water starts, travels and remains. A dry-day snapshot often misses the pattern that matters.
02
Trace the whole path
Downspouts, slopes, compacted soil, edging and neighboring surfaces can all influence one wet area.
- Standing-water locations
- Erosion channels
- Foundation-side low spots
- Walkway and bed washout
- Areas disturbed by prior work
03
Plan the finish too
A drainage correction should include how disturbed lawn, beds or paths are restored after the water path changes.
This guide is general planning information. Your property, jurisdiction and existing conditions determine the actual project scope.