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Dear James: Our old house had gutter drainage problems that flooded our landscaping. While we are planning our new house, what are some design tips to avoid similar problems? — Cory T. Dear Cory: You ...

Learn how to build a wooden raised planter box with hidden drainage to help keep your deck or patio clean. This versatile DIY box is ideal for growing herbs, vegetables, or flowers, and features a ...

Tile drainage is a system of pipes installed below ground to remove excess water from farmland soil. Just as irrigation is often necessary to deliver water to soil and crops, drainage is important in ...