Step 7: Drainage and water management (quietly critical)
Drainage is not the “sexy” part of outdoor living, but it protects everything:
- keeps water away from foundations
- prevents slippery surfaces and pooling
- extends the life of decks and finishes
The best projects plan slope and drainage from the start, not as a patch later.
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