Summary Guide

Property Drainage Assessment Overview

Identify the source of your pooling, understand your slope, and know when a DIY fix will work — and when it won't.

What You'll Learn

Pooling Source Identification

Is it runoff, high water table, or compacted soil? Each requires a completely different solution.

Slope & Grade Analysis

How to measure your yard's slope with nothing more than a string level and a tape measure.

DIY vs. Pro Decision Tree

When a $50 bag of topsoil solves it — and when you need a 200-foot French drain with a 1% grade.

Red Flags That Mean Call Now

Foundation cracks, sump pump running daily, water stains — signs that waiting makes it worse.

Book a Professional Drainage Assessment

RHS provides on-site grading analysis, water flow mapping, and a written remediation plan.