French Drain. This drain is a perforated pipe buried adjacent to your homes foundation at about footing depth. The pipe collects water through the perforations and directs it away. This pipe is ...

Water damage is one of the most common — and costly — home repairs. Here's what your policy may not protect against, and how you can avoid major headaches.

Other questions to consider include: Have foresters been brought in to evaluate the potential impact on old-growth trees, wildlife, ground cover, drainage? Is the original Piney Woods charter ...