Drainage of the foundation is a reliable protection of the house

Most of the problems associated with basements and foundations arise from the fact that they are exposed to groundwater. And they can appear even where the level of humidity used to be in order. To avoid such problems, it is necessary to properly drain the foundation.

Features of erection of drainage system

To ensure that the site does not have problems with increased groundwater levels, it is important at the design stage to think about the creation of drainage. And even if there was not too much moisture observed during the digging of the pit, this does not say anything, since the structure of the soil will be disturbed during the construction of the house, and this can lead to the accumulation of water over time. Drainage of the foundation is best performed at the stage of erecting the foundation itself, as this will become a more profitable solution.

Most often, wall drainage is used when the pipes are laid all along the perimeter of the building around its underground parts. Its function is to collect groundwater and take it to a safe distance from the house. Properly executed foundation drainage device will reduce the level of rising water and keep it under control. The moisture removal system also helps to drain water after precipitation, which can get close to the foundation and gradually lead to its destruction. It is mandatory to install a drainage system in the following cases:

• If the house is built on a slope, it is important to avoid the accumulation of water running down from the basement;
• If hydrogeological surveys confirmed an elevated level of groundwater;
• If the soil on the site differs plasticity and consists of sandy interlayers with clay and loam.

Drainage of the foundation is a whole system consisting of perforated pipes (drains), inspection wells, drainage mats, where geotextiles are used as a filtering material. Its function is to ensure the free flow of water to the drains and to delay the particles of the soil, which can lead to flooding the entire system. Most often, the external drainage of the foundation is used, which is easy to erect and at the same time profitable. Properly executed drainage is protecting your house from destructive processes, which can result in exposure to moisture. Each drainage system provides for the erection of a well, where waste water is diverted .

The purpose of the drainage system is not only to divert surplus water from the base of the house, but also to prevent the appearance of mold, fungus, dumping cellars and cellars, as well as the floor of the ground floor.

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Ideally, the drainage of the foundation of the house must be taken into account at the design stage. Moreover, a competent project should take into account the type of drainage network, and for this, hydrogeological studies should be carried out. Timely cooperation between architects and developers of the drainage system is a guarantee that an ideal variant will be developed that protects the house from dampness. It is worth remembering that the volume of groundwater should be determined only by a professional who takes into account the non-existent level, but calculates the maximum.