Proper drainage is essential for maintaining a healthy yard, especially with the frequent rain in Portland. Without it, water pooling in your yard or near your home can damage plants, ruin lawns, and even cause structural issues. By managing stormwater effectively, you can protect your property while keeping water on-site in a sustainable way.
Apogee Landscapes offers tailored drainage solutions like downspout disconnections, drywells, French drains, swales, and grading to move water to a safe location on your property. Our systems are designed to prevent soggy spots and erosion while improving the look of your outdoor space. Let us help you create a landscape that works beautifully with Portland’s rainy climate.
Benefits of Professional Drainage
A good drainage system does more than stop water from pooling. It protects your yard, home, and plants while keeping everything easy to manage. Here’s why it’s worth it:
- Stops Flooding: Drainage systems like French drains or swales move water away from problem areas. They keep your lawn, garden beds, and patio dry, so you don’t have to deal with muddy messes.
- Keep Your Home Safe: Water pooling around your home can cause cracks or damage your foundation. With grading or berms, we’ll direct water away from your house to prevent pricey repairs down the road.
- Healthier Plants: Too much water can drown your plants, but the right drainage system helps control how water moves through your yard. Your groundcovers, home gardens, and flowers will flourish with a balanced water flow.
- Prevents Erosion: Heavy rains can wash away soil and leave your yard uneven or bare. Drainage solutions like swales and berms keep soil in place, protecting your landscape and saving you time on repairs.
Our Drainage Types
We’ve got a variety of drainage solutions to keep your yard dry and problem-free. Here’s what we can provide:
- French Drains: These drains are a classic go-to for moving water out of soggy spots. We use gravel and pipes to pull water away and keep it from pooling in your yard.
- Swales: Swales are like natural channels that guide water where it needs to go. They look great with plants or pathways, and they’re perfect at subtly taking care of stormwater.
- Berms: We also make simple mounds of soil called berms that stop water from flowing where it shouldn’t. They’re a great way to protect your yard and blend right into the landscape.
- Grading: Our team reshapes the slope of your yard so water flows in the right direction. We make sure it solves your water issues without messing up the look of your yard.
- Downspout Disconnections: Redirecting roof water can reduce runoff and prevent pooling near your home. We’ll disconnect your downspouts and guide the water to areas where it can safely soak into the ground.
- Drywells: For properties needing extra water control, we install drywells to collect and store excess stormwater underground. They’re an effective and eco-friendly way to manage heavy rainfall without flooding your yard.
Why Choose Us?
Custom Drainage Plans
Skilled Hardscape Contractors
Full-Service Landscaping
Frequently Asked Questions
- What kinds of drainage systems do you install?
- We work with French drains, swales, berms, and grading solutions. We design each system to move water efficiently and keep your yard looking its best.
- How do I know if I need drainage?
- Signs like standing water, muddy patches, or water pooling near your house tell us you may need a drainage solution. Our team will inspect your yard and recommend the best options.
- Are drainage systems hard to maintain?
- Most systems are very low-maintenance. A quick cleanout of a French drain or a seasonal trim for your rain garden usually does the trick.
- Can drainage work with other features in my yard?
- Yes. We integrate drainage systems with patios, pathways, home gardens, and more. Everything fits together as part of your landscape design plan.
- Do you offer patio covers?
- Yes. We can include patio covers as part of your outdoor upgrades, giving you a dry, comfortable space to enjoy even during the rainy Portland days.
Protect Your Yard with Effective Drainage Systems
You shouldn’t have to deal with a soggy, muddy yard every time it rains. Apogee Landscapes provides drainage solutions that keep your yard dry and your plants happy, even during the wettest seasons in Portland.
We’ll make your yard a place you can enjoy no matter the weather. Our team will handle it all if you need a French drain, swale, or rain garden. Contact Apogee Landscapes today to see how proper drainage can improve your outdoor space.