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Old 05-16-2017, 09:57 AM
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Originally Posted by IndianaJones View Post
My side yard (between two homes) is constantly soaking wet. I've had two people (from two diff. companies) come out and look at it, dig it up, etc. - there's a small green "pop-up" valve and water is constantly pouring out of it. No connection to sprinklers - both said, "That's your washing machine drain, it does that - try to do less wash". I did - still a soaking wet mess. Kills the grass, trees, etc. It supposedly is a "french drain", but I don't see any drainage happening - just pooled water, all over. Any ideas?
Lawn, Yard, and Garden Drainage Guide | French Drains | Step 1
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