Why Am I Required to Have a Dry Well in My New House?

New Construction homes in Atlanta and surrounding areas are requiring you to have a Dry Well at your new house, but why?

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Dry Wells Also Known As Flow Wells

In the past when they built the road drains and ditches to move storm water they calculated a certain runoff from the houses that were already built at the time. Some of the rain was absorbed through the soil in the yard. Now that we have houses, stores , apartments etc there’s less water getting absorbed through the soil. In order to not overwhelm the storm drains within the city, they are requiring all new construction or house additions to have a dry well. The dry well helps absorb water into the soil. This helps the city drains not to get overwhelmed and flood certain areas. Additionally, dry wells help plants and trees get the water they need easier.

Long Term Drainage Solution

A drywell is a long-term and low-maintenance way to manage the rain on your property. It may be a good solution for a property where erosion and flooding are a frequent concern. Drywells are underground, so they will not change the visual appearance of your space.

What is a Dry Well and How Does it Work?

A drywell is an underground cylindrical shaped container with holes in it. It is buried underground and surrounded by drain rock. A pipe connected to a downspout or other rain drain or downspout directs rainwater from a roof to the drywell. Rainwater collects in the drywell and then slowly leaks out through the holes and into the ground. A drywell may be made of plastic or concrete and may be large or small depending on the size of the area that drains to it.

Some drywell systems are more complex and involve a silt trap (also known as a catch basin). Silt traps filter out physical sediment to prevent sediment buildup in the drywell.

Drywells help recharge groundwater and are for rainwater only.

Drywall Maintenance Requirements

With proper maintenance, a drywell can last up to 30 years.

Conduct occasional maintenance to ensure the drywell is working as intended. This maintenance includes:

Inspecting the drywell for structural stability.
Removing debris from the silt trap or drywell.
Cleaning and repairing inlets.
Refurbishing or replacing clogged drywells.
Regularly cleaning gutters and downspouts to keep debris out of drywells.

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Venyscapes is a top-rated Stone Mountain landscaping and drainage company (servicing Stone Mountain and surrounding areas). We have over 15 years of experience providing excellent drainage solutions, gorgeous landscape designs, and best of all, unbeatable service. We are local to Stone Mountain, and we understand the need for great outdoor drainage. With our expertise we will protect your property from excess water. In addition to drainage systems, we can also provide you with gorgeous landscape design and hardscapes to compliment your new drainage. We would love to help you with any of your drainage or landscaping needs. Contact us today for a free estimate.

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Absolutely Amazing!! Of the 4 companies we received quotes from they were the only ones who offered additional suggestions that we did not ask for, nor did they upcharge us, to wholistically address the drainage issues. Carlos was patient and informative as he explained the process to my mother. The gentlemen who did the work, were fantastic. You could not tell that they had just dug under the ground and connected pipes in our yard. They cut the grass and then reinstalled it meticulously. No dirt, mud or straw all over the place. Everything placed back exactly as it was before. No visible pipes showing on the lawn. They take pride in what they do and it shows.
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