Rain is a necessity for creating beautiful, lush lawns; however, when your landscape design does not offer adequate drainage, runoff can be troublesome. Instead of providing your plants, soil, and grass with just enough liquid to keep them healthy, it accumulates for days — oversaturating roots or carrying away important topsoil nutrients. If your lawn is currently experiencing drainage issues, one of these common causes might be to blame.

3 Reasons Why Your Lawn Might Be Having Drainage Issues

1. Improperly Installed or Maintained Gutters & Downspouts

Most homes come equipped with gutters and downspouts. These are essential features for directing water away from the property. However, if they become clogged, are not pointed in the right direction, or are not connected properly, runoff will pool around the foundation. Over time, this will result in structural problems to your house, basement or crawl space flooding, and soil erosion.

2. Inadequate Slope

An important part of any home’s landscape design is the grading. This process refers to sculpting the land to create a gentle slope, also known as pitch, that will encourage proper drainage. Unfortunately, most homeowners are unaware of how much slope their particular yard needs, which can lead to pooling water, excess soil erosion, and runoff that is directed to your foundation.

3. Compacted Soil

Heavy clay soils — known as hardpan — consist of very fine particles that become compacted, making it difficult for water to pass through. This results in a yard filled with standing water, which is not only unattractive but the perfect breeding ground for insects like mosquitoes, fly maggots, and dragonfly nymphs.

If you’ve recently noticed that your lawn is having drainage issues, don’t hesitate to contact the experts at Pepper’s Landscaping & Lawn Service for help. For over 30 years, these landscape design professionals have provided premier lawn care and excavation services in Trumbull, CT, and most of the Fairfield County area. Call them today at (203) 377-1596 for a free quote and to find out how they can create your dream outdoor space. Also, for more information about their services, you can stop by their website and Facebook page.