Defensible Space Is Failing Because It's Being Designed by Fear, Not by Water
Oregon and Washington just had record wildfire seasons. Most defensible space advice trades fire safety for a dead gravel zone around the house. Here's how to design Zone 0 through Zone 2 without giving up on water.
This El Nino Winter Is Shaping Up to Be Historic. Here's What That Actually Means for Your Property.
Near-record El Nino forecast for the Pacific Northwest. What the data says, why drought raises flood risk, and how to check your property before winter.
Rain GardenS
Have you ever looked at the water puddling by your foundation and wondered how to make sure it doesn't flood your basement or crack your foundation?
The solution? A well-designed drainage and landscaping strategy, such as installing a rain garden or redirecting water flow, can protect your foundation and give you several added benefits.