Top 65 Drainage Projects

1. 46. Desperate in Denver (20:01)

   

   A vast house has some big problems with drainage and desperation.

2. 47. Creating a Rain Barrel (01:02)

   

   Here are the DIY Basics on creating a rain barrel.

3. 48. Desperate in Denver (03:40)

   

   Jason helps the owners of a big house that has big drainage problems.

4. 49. How to Prevent Basement Leaks

   

   10 Thumbs

   By redirecting the water above ground and sealing out the moisture below, you'll give yourself peace of mind the next time rain is in t...

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

5. 50. Seasonal Home Improvement (01:00)

   

   The DIY Basics on making seasonal improvements to your home.

6. 51. Ultimate French Drain (20:01)

   

   A drainage problem is solved underground with a kicked up French drain.

7. 52. How to Provide Drainage for the Yard

   

   13 Thumbs

   With a new drain installed, a yard is ready for anything: new sod, planting beds or, in this case, an easy-install patio.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

8. 53. Cure for the Cul-de-Sac (20:00)

   

   Jamey and Laura's nasty landscape sits smack at the end of a cul-de-sac.

9. 54. Outdoor Spring Maintenance Tips

   DIY Network's Home Maintenance show provides tips on maintaining gutters and downspouts as well as preventing drainage issues.

10. 55. Draining Patio (04:43)

    

    See how one soggy lawn is transformed into a usable draining patio.

11. 56. Foundation Drainage Basics (01:20)

    

    Learn how to control water runoff with this quick landscaping hint.

12. 57. Water in Basement (00:40)

    

    You can waterproof an existing house as well as a new construction.

13. 58. How to Install a Track Drain System

    

    Be the First

    The goal is to dig the trench at a slight pitch, or angle, to allow gravity to pull the water along the pipes and out the clear out.

    Time:

    Day

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Easy

14. 59. Easy Pedestal Sink Update (01:16)

    

    Update your bathroom by installing a new pedestal sink.

15. 60. Flagstone Patio and Walkway (01:59)

    

    Install a rustic flagstone patio with an adjoining walkway.