“This can help prevent flooding, but it doesn’t necessarily mean it is totally out of the realm of possibilities,” says Rudin ...

For homeowners with basements, nothing is as frustrating and costly as unexpected flooding. A clogged outdoor drain can turn a routine rainstorm into a financial nightmare, leaving behind soaked ...

For Long Islanders hoping to ensure their homes are prepared for the next flood, there are several options at varying costs: Vapor barriers, French drain system with sump pumps, or house elevation.

If a drain is fully clogged, that water backs up and causes ponding and flooding, sometimes making ... push brooms and industrial dust pans. It’s best to collect the debris in a trash bag ...

"It's basically a more affordable option for small communities to start doing some flood mitigation work." Storz described green sinks as a supercharged French drain. These basins are created by ...