As development encroaches natural lands, porous surfaces are reduced through compaction and/or degradation of trees, shrubs, and groundcover. This means that stormwater runoff management becomes a serious issue. Stormwater runoff pollution can poison waterways and rain runoff in general can wreak havoc in both natural and urban areas, even in and around your home. To protect your home from the ravages of flooding, it’s a good idea to implement some of the following rain water runoff ideas into your landscape. About Stormwater Runoff The decimation of the natural environment has seen an increase in flooding. Flooding can cause major property and environmental damages. This damage may occur in your basement, garage, or even home as well as in streets, highways, and even golf courses. Water that flows unchecked through landscapes and out into streets runs either down the storm drain or into a ditch which then flows into the nearest […]
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