I recently moved into a home that's situated against a large hill, and the previous owner invested $30k into drainage improvements before selling. After experiencing a few days of moderate rainfall, I'm noticing a steady stream of water still flowing from the drain pipe three days later. Should I be worried about this, or is it a common occurrence for homes near hills? I've checked the water meter, and it's not running, so it doesn't seem like there's a leak. Plus, the crawlspace is dry, but the grass areas outside remain damp. Any insights would be appreciated!
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As long as there’s no flooding or pooling in your yard, it seems like your drain is working as it should. Keep an eye on it, but it sounds fine for now!
Yeah, this is pretty common for homes on hills. The time it takes for drainage to stabilize can vary, especially if there’s a tall hill involved. It’s completely normal to have water trickling even a week after it rains. Just make sure there’s no pooling around your yard!
It sounds like your drainage system is doing its job! If there’s no pooling water or issues with your foundation, it’s likely functioning properly. The water trickling out may just be runoff finding its way down, especially after a decent amount of rain. So, no need to panic just yet!
Thanks much! Your reassurance means a lot. Seeing that trickle was making me a bit anxious, but I guess it's part of the process!
You might want to check the drainpipe with a plumber just to be safe. They can use a camera to see if there are any cracks or clogs, and they have tools to clear anything out if needed. I learned a lot about this stuff from a YouTube channel called Drain Addict if you want to look it up!
Thanks! That definitely puts my mind at ease knowing that it's normal.