Temporary Fix for my Backyard Flooding Issue (UPDATE)

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This video demonstrates a temporary solution for backyard flooding by excavating a trench to redirect water from a downspout and covering it for safety. The creator outlines the immediate steps taken and hints at a more permanent French drain system for the future.

That Fix It GuyAir Force–trained plumber

Brian learned plumbing in the U.S. Air Force and has plumbed his way around the world. Now he films the fixes homeowners actually face: slow toilets, dripping faucets, clogged drains, failing water heaters and disposals. He shows what broke, why it broke, and how to fix it for a fraction of the cost of replacing it. He's particular about the right part, too: no snappy traps, no chemical drain cleaners. His rule: if he can do it, you can do it.

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Moments in this video

0:210:17

Excavate Drainage Trench

1:491:08

Install Flexible Downspout Extension

3:331:09

Create and Place Trench Cover

4:431:57

Assess and Plan for Future Drainage