Chesapeake's flat terrain and high water table leave water with nowhere to go, so it pools against foundations and sits in crawl spaces — a leading cause of settlement and moisture damage here. French drains intercept and carry that water away, which is especially effective on the low, poorly draining lots common near the Elizabeth River and Dismal Swamp. We design drainage around each property's grade and groundwater, not a one-size template.
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