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Common Water Issue in BC
Persistent Soggy Patch in Lawn — Drainage or Leak Issue
A patch of lawn that stays soggy long after rain or irrigation indicates a drainage problem or underground leak needing professional assessment.
Possible Causes
- •Underground water leak saturating the area
- •Poor soil drainage from clay content
- •Low-lying area collecting surface water
- •Leaking irrigation pipe or sprinkler head
- •Buried drainage pipe blockage or failure
Recommended Steps
- 1Check if soggy area corresponds to water line route
- 2Probe soil with a screwdriver — if easily penetrates, soil is waterlogged
- 3Turn off irrigation for 48 hours and check if area dries
- 4Compare with water bill for unexplained increase
- 5Call professional underground leak detection for assessment
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