Things with “French” in the title are usually fancy, right? Poodles, perfume, pastries. But a French drain has a more utilitarian purpose—redirecting standing water away from vulnerable structures or ...

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Mixing compost into your soil is a quick way to improve drainage. Compost breaks up heavy clay and creates spaces for water ...