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Standing water on lawn after rain — Oakland, California
If water sits on your lawn for more than 24 hours after rain, the yard has a drainage problem. Persistent standing water kills grass, breeds mosquitoes, attracts pests, and can seep toward the foundation. Causes include compacted clay soil, low spots in the grade, or lack of a drainage system. A landscaper can aerate compacted soil, regrade low areas, install a French drain or catch basin, and select moisture-tolerant grass species to solve the problem permanently.
Who to call
For this problem in Oakland, call a: Landscaper
Find a Landscaper in OaklandSymptoms to look for
- Puddles remain on the lawn 24+ hours after rain stops
- Soggy or spongy patches that never fully dry
- Moss growing in shaded wet areas of the yard
- Mosquitoes breeding in standing water patches
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