We have had a brutal two months to close out this winter
season, but that doesn’t mean spring temperatures aren’t right around the
corner. While the forecasters tell us another visit by Mother Nature’s snow
machine is not out of the question, we’d like to remind you that sensible
gardening has to pay attention to the erosion that’s possible with the spring
melt.
Especially in cases where your home is built on a steeper
grade, runoff from piles of snow can quickly become gushing torrents, carving ruts
into the sides of your property.
One way to avoid these issues is to push your end-of-season
snow banks further away from your house. Be sure to watch for and avoid
blocking off any drainage culverts.
Another way is to consider a terracing job once the warmer
weather is truly in swing. Proper drainage will ensure your basement stays safe
and dry, while also increasing the curbside appeal of your house, raising its
market value.
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