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Maintaining Your Home’s Perimeter Drain System Your home’s perimeter drain system is a lesser-known, but very important, part of your plumbing system. It helps keep moisture out of your basement and it’s another system in your home that you should Know about. The design of a perimeter drain system attracts water from within the soil that has accumulated over time. The system then carries that water away from your home. As a result, water is less likely to seep into your basement’s walls. How can I tell if there’s a problem with my perimeter drain system? The most common issue with perimeter drains involves the system becoming clogged with dirt, roots and other underground debris. When this happens, water can seep into your basement walls. If you notice water in your walls it’s time to call a qualified plumber. Older homes that use clay or concrete weeping tiles to drain water are prone to more problems as they age, and will often become unusable over time. In these cases, the whole system or damaged parts of the system might need a replacement. Sometimes, blocked tiles that haven’t yet collapsed can be fixed with a system flush. Again, this is a job for a qualified professional — we will be able to explain your options so that your home stays moisture-free.