Drainage Problems in Sarasota
Are you struggling with drainage problems around your Sarasota home or business? Sarasota’s coastal location and shallow water table make flooding a recurring problem. Standing water is more than an inconvenience — it can cause foundation settlement, mold growth, erosion, and long-term structural damage if not properly managed.
Foundation Waterproofing 101 provides professional drainage and waterproofing solutions across Sarasota and Sarasota County. Working with
Foundation Masters, LLC, our engineers design and install custom drainage systems that solve problems at the source.
Why Sarasota Faces Severe Drainage Problems
Sarasota’s flat terrain, coastal setting, and sandy soils leave properties vulnerable to drainage issues year-round. According to
NOAA, sea levels along Florida’s Gulf Coast have already risen over 8 inches since 1950, with projections showing another 10–17 inches by 2040. This rise directly affects groundwater levels, reducing natural drainage capacity.
The danger is compounded during storm season. In September 2022, Hurricane Ian brought over 20 inches of rain to parts of Sarasota County, leaving neighborhoods underwater and damaging thousands of homes
(Sarasota Herald-Tribune). Even outside of hurricanes, Sarasota often experiences heavy Gulf thunderstorms that quickly overwhelm yards and driveways.
Common Drainage Problems in Sarasota Properties
- Standing water in low areas of yards and landscaping
- Ponding on sidewalks, patios, and driveways
- Water seeping into crawlspaces, basements, or slab flooring
- Soggy lawns that kill grass and landscaping
- Soil erosion around foundations, seawalls, and retaining walls
- Foundation cracks from rising hydrostatic pressure
Drainage Solutions That Last
With over 22 years of experience, Foundation Waterproofing 101 has helped countless Sarasota homeowners and business owners stop water problems for good. Our solutions include:
- On-site inspections and drainage evaluations
- Custom-engineered drainage and grading plans
- Installation of French drains, sump pumps, and yard drainage systems
- Lifetime transferable warranties on most installations
We also offer related services like yard drainage systems,
crawlspace waterproofing,
foundation repair, and
sump pump installation.
Schedule Your Free Sarasota Drainage Inspection
Don’t wait until the next storm or summer downpour causes costly water damage. Call Foundation Waterproofing 101 today at 813-614-4830 to schedule a free inspection, or complete the form below for an evaluation.
➡️ Check your property’s official flood risk using the
FEMA Flood Map Service Center.