Expert Drainage Systems in Charlotte | Charlotte Hardscape Creations

When we introduce new surfaces to an existing landscape, it’s important to consider that the natural flow of water in that area may be disrupted. Adding impervious surfaces like roofs and residential driveways increases the amount of stormwater runoff, which collects particles of oil, dust, and other pollutants as it travels over the surface of the ground.

This results in an excess of stormwater runoff, which left untreated will travel through yard drainage systems and gutters downspout drains until finally depositing into lakes, streams, and the ocean.  Negative consequences of the stormwater runoff and improper drainage include the following:

• Pollutants are carried into the oceans and our waterways where they can affect wildlife and water quality
• Debris carried in stormwater can clog our storm drains and cause residential flooding
• Increased volumes of stormwater can erode stream banks and hillsides
• Contaminated water can lead to beach and lake closures
•  Loss of structural integrity to building or home
• Damaged or ruined interiors
  
• Plants, trees, and grass may die
  
• Mosquitoes will reproduce in stagnant water
  
• Mold will grow on interior and exterior of the structure
  
• Long-Term and Short-Term health risks
  
• Major, costly repairs

Because of these concerns, proper drainage is a major concern for your home. To avoid these adverse impacts to our property and the environment, guidelines are in place. Federal, state, and local laws and regulations require that stormwater be managed by residential homeowners and property managers. Drainage systems are the basic method of water management.

Indicators of landscape water drainage issues:

• Standing water 24 hours after a major rain
  
• Stagnant water smell
  
• Water intrusion through doors, basement, or garage
  

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01 SURFACE & SUBSURFACE

Subsurface drainage is the most effective way to relieve “hydro-static” pressure and lower the water table around your home’s foundation. This type of system not only captures any water beneath your floor but also captures and releases any water in cinder block or stone foundation walls.

Surface drains are known to act in a very regulated manner as they direct the watercourse to the right path. There are different types of surface drains available. They find use in situations where excessive water has accumulated due to rainfall, increasing losses from the conveyance channels, over irrigation, water run-off from areas of high elevation. These drains provide a steady and spontaneous mechanism for drainage of surface water. The installation process of surface drains is relatively less labor intensive. They are easier to install and maintain. However, frequent monitoring and cleaning are required for them to function to the best of their potential

02 FRENCH DRAINS

If you are in search of an effective way to divert rainwater and other runoff away from the foundation of your home in the Carolinas, a French drain might be just what you need.

French drains are commonly utilized water redirection systems that can be installed relatively easily. They are most commonly used to prevent backyards or other areas from flooding. First, a trench is dug from the area that is prone to flooding to the area you wish to have the water redirected. Next, a length of perforated pipe known as “weeping tile” is placed in the trench. Around the weeping tile, the trench is filled in with gravel or rock which helps to distribute the water as it runs out of the slits in the weeping tile. This gravel also stops soil from entering the weeping tile through its venting slits and clogging it up.

03 POND SLOPE STABILIZATION

Pond banks may become slippery slopes for various reasons. Rainwater runoff can cause banks to wash downhill away from ponds or toward them, depending on the grade. Wildlife, particularly ducks and geese, can also degrade banks by trampling them and eating the plants that secure the soil. Pond slope stabilization methods preserve the integrity of a bank by incorporating plantings and rocks to hold the soil in place.

04 SURFACE GRATE & CHANNEL DRAINS

A channel drain system can help redirect excess water from parking lots, driveways, and your valuable landscaping. Don't worry about those heavy semi-tractor-trailers and dump trucks! Commercial channel drains are strong enough to support the weight.

05 COMPLETE WATER MANAGEMENT

Having complete water management for your home includes having a comprehensive package of measures to ensure that water will be effectively drained away from your home, primarily, for new construction homes in the Carolinas. 

During construction, we work to ensure that we meet EPA's comprehensive water management requirements to prevent rain and moisture from building up in living areas, attics, basements, crawlspaces, or behind walls.  These water management requirements help ensure that:

• Water is directed off the roof, down the walls, and away from the foundation.
• Your home is built with moisture-resistant barriers to prevent water damage.
• Building materials are protected during construction to minimize the possibility of mold and rotting.

06 DOWNSPOUT DRAINAGE PIPING

Underground downspout drains can be installed to divert a substantial amount of water away from the foundation of your home. Underground downspout drains also eliminate mulch and decorative stone wash out as water is released in a designated turf area and not into a landscape bed. They also provide a cleaner aesthetic appeal compared to above ground extension drain pipes that are a hassle to deal with and end up coming off your downspouts from time to time.

07 LANDSCAPE EROSION CONTROL

Signs that erosion is in your landscape is when you began to notice exposed roots, signs of splashing of soil, or mud on pavement. Rainfall or excess irrigation causes runoff from our lawns, roads, parking lots and farm fields.  Stabilizing the soil on the slope is the answer. Soil in these areas is usually lacking microorganisms and nutrients or suffering from compaction. Ways to control a slope are:

• Baffles or Barriers
• Riprap
• Terraces
• Plants
• Temporary remedies
• Turfgrass

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