My House Almost FLOODED With The Spring Melt!

[@TheYardGeek]

Well that was crazy! 😳 Definitely still got some work to do grading the yard, which you’ll see in the next video! Make sure you’re subscribed to the channel and hit the thumbs up button to show some love! ❤️

[@joelbuchanan471]

I am so happy that all your planning saved your house during the spring thaw. All that planning and work is serving you well. Excellent video! 💜

[@cynthiahopkins7090]

The YardGeek looks so definitely to continue a strong growth planted and trees during summer. I am glad to see everything good start them. 😊🙌👏❤

[@Barbara-zc2kf]

Looks like you need to dig a pond in the back of your yard. It would be a nice feature!

[@wpgrogue]

Spring is always bad, once the snow is gone the nature bring out the beauty again.

[@nickcampbellrealtor]

I love that dad made an appearance! Turns out you’re not alone all the time

[@TheYardGeek]

Haha he was happy to have his lawn cut 😄

[@cgreenfield6655]

He's always got Mike around😅😅

[@elizabethannfarrow1971]

​@@TheYardGeekI would had gvn Father the lil mower advertised as he has the well groomed yard. Geekster ,U need a Rider lawn mower and a snowblower get n2 where Bobby and 😮Johnny can't. (Suggested by Canadian,Dr.Janine Bowring) Pool salt 2 kill out the weeds and might help the snow melt faster. I probably pump all that water n2 the sewers.😂

[@Sorchia56]

@@TheYardGeek I bet! Just watching it had to a good time. I used to be mesmerised by my dad’s automatic vacuum, it even cleans itself! I was 49 and walking behind it for three days while visiting him! It’s amazing what is out there. Yes, I live under a rock at times 🤣🤣

[@lonely-laura]

On a positive note now you know what to prepare for, for the future 🪴🌿🌲 Can’t wait to see your yard bloom into a beautiful masterpiece that I know it’s going to be❤

[@TheYardGeek]

Oh definitely! I’ve got such an epic plan for this yard and I can’t wait to show it to you guys!!

[@lonely-laura]

@@TheYardGeek super excited and it’s not even mine! Lol

[@ShaneDresser]

Love the drone shots. Looking forward to your next one as you're teaching me a thing or two about homesteading.

[@Radioactive_Slime]

Yard Geek and Post10: the crossover collaboration no one saw coming! (One can dream, right?)

[@petereldredge6204]

Didn’t see this until after I posted damn near the same thing!

[@megadeth999polaris]

Dude, we have to make this happen. Two of my favorite channels.

[@Deangelooo]

I know it’s not necessary, but a pond would be an awesome feature of your acreage. Also great for content!

[@mrheineken88]

Make a dry dich where the most water collected with dry moats connecting. So that in the future the melt can drain the yard without making the yard a muddy swamp. Maybe even make the complete yard surrounded by a mini berm to protect the smaller plants from erosion. Anyway, great video, can't wait for the next one.

[@petertaylor4566]

From Australia 🇦🇺 why not install some rainwater tanks? You can capture rain water as well as the snow melt, too. That way, you can self-contained self-assured environmentally sustainable responsibility framing from Australia 🇦🇺 love program too 🇨🇦❤

[@katydidiy]

I hope that lovely new house has a mud room❤

[@ericbrowne1211]

Have you ever thought about building a pond? To help with the water

[@jaywillet-cruz]

Hey Mitch, The yard and the house are coming along. Love the updates. Keep them coming!!!❤😍💯

[@TheYardGeek]

Thank you! Will do!

[@cynthiahopkins7090]

Wow! That scares me to see almost the flood in your yard. It is not ok. I hope all the trees and shrubs are planted to make it stronger to grow when the snow finishes melting. 🙏 Your parents’ dog is excited to see you and is charming. Thank you for the great tip for the Nav Robotic lawnmower. Have a beautiful day and a weekend. 🙌👏👍😊🤟

[@TheYardGeek]

Thanks Cynthia! I’m confident everything will be ok and that I can alleviate the water a bit going forward! Have a great weekend!

[@riverrun5964]

It's really great watching you build all of this from scratch. Not sure it feels great doing all the work lol, but seeing someone go from a patch of land to what you've got so far is amazing!!! What a life ♥️

[@TheYardGeek]

Thank you very much!

[@timothysimpson912]

Build a retention pond in your yard and later, stock it with fish.

[@dawnmassaroguy9330]

Coming over from the Detail Geek channel. Glad you mentioned you have this new channel and congrats. I live in Hell's Kitchen in NYC-USA hence I don't have a car or acreage...Hence I'm living vicariously through your channels.🌳🌳❤❤

[@najda9736]

Thanks for sharing this, I look forward to seeing what you are going to do about your drainage this summer…so cool, we learn so much from you.

[@melaniethies379]

Loved seeing your Dad

[@Comrade_Minion]

Glad to hear your house or your neighbor's house didn't flood. With the hundred degree temps Arizona been getting, snow will melt very quickly. Love this video and can't wait to see the next one.

[@35shj]

Mate not gonna lie I'm loving these videos! It's great to see the progress! When you going to come and do a UK tour then would be awesome to grab a beer with you!

[@macguy9]

You need a French drain at that low point. Should solve most of the non-point water.

[@dcdamio]

Look into natural rainwater harvesting and bioswales - good way to make a ground sponge to keep the spring melt watering your plants for a while longer!

[@schoonergirl2658]

We had a winter like that in New Brunswick when we lived there, we had three +40 cm blizzards in one week and it went on from there. Then boom, summer overnight and the melt started. We lived in military housing so a lot of the water ran through the basement. At least you are able to fix your water flow problem yourself. The acreage is looking great, fingers crossed for your trees coming back ok.

[@TheYardGeek]

Crazy! Yes, I should be ok water wise as this has showed me what to prepare for in the future! I’m hopeful all the trees will be ok 🤞🏼

[@KV1RDEE]

Please upload more this channel is so good need more content

[@juanitakidd7828]

Wow Mitch you have your own island 🏝

[@SL-of9nl]

It's not a fault of mother nature it's only reason to correct mistakes next spring. Now you have got a valuable experience and this is a big plus.

[@beknikolajevic9476]

Aussie 🇦🇺 here... you're literally living my dream... feeling kinda stalkerish being subscribed to multiple *geek* channels but love your content 🤘

[@davidp2888]

I'm looking forward to seeing the evolution of your plans.

[@xandersmomsamby]

Oh wow, I would be so worried with all that snow melt. I love that you grabbed the pump to try and help you clear it out a little bit quicker.

[@territ1231]

First winter melt went pretty well. Cute mower!!!

[@MJG70]

I hope to see some new episodes soon :)

[@TheYardGeek]

NEW video is live!

[@Nikki7B]

I just found your detailing channel and now this one. As someone who loves gardening and trees, i cant wait to see your property come along. So awesome. Also, have you thought about some water loving trees to help keep wet areas dryer? Like river birches? Great job.

[@joelbuchanan471]

The drone really comes in handy for this channel. I laughed when you said spring melt and then of course more snow. This is a good test to see how much water the eco buffer can take. It really got a lot there. So that was a good test. The neighbors yard is well done, but he could use some elevation. I am SO glad you didn't suffer any damage to your house from all this water. Ok, so back to Dad's house for a minute, am I the only one that noticed the off kilter bird house in the back ground? You would need a small army of those mowers to do your whole acreage. 🤣That cracks me up. Anyway, at least this was a good test run of your work on leveling the yard. Now you know where some grading might help. You look so cool leaning on Jonny at the end, he is definitely one of my favorite purchases of yours. Thanks for doing this Mitch, can't wait to see the next one. Have a great weekend, you deserve some rest. 💜

[@TheYardGeek]

Yes the drone footage is great! Gives really good perspective for things like this. This was definitely a worst case scenario, and one I would hope doesn’t happen again. But, so long as the water isn’t coming in the house it won’t be a problem since it all drains out and the evaporates away in a week or two. Trees should be ok too I hope! As for my neighbour, his house was built below grade so he has to really be careful during any spring melt, but he’s taking action on improving the drainage in his yard too. Haha, yeah my mom loves the birds. Wouldn’t that be cool to have like 10 of the navimows working in sequence on my grass?! Hahaha Anyways, glad you enjoyed this one Joel! See you in the next one!

[@Sorchia56]

Oh, I feel your pain. Brilliant idea with the sump pump, as long as you’ve an area downhill to flow it to. Preferably not your neighbours if you like them. Our sump pump in the States starts running mid April and stops around mid June. We had to dig retention ponds on two of our properties and raise the driveways. We needed a canoe to get to the post box and collect packages from the end of the driveway! 🚣‍♀️ 😂

[@mildredwest2541]

You have amazing property!

[@TheYardGeek]

Thank you!

[@LINERIC44]

I think you can count on it happening again Mitch!

[@mirelaxo]

Hopefully it’s the most water you will ever see as it does get close to the house. It is beautiful seeing it up high. I guess it’s a good reference for you for when you get round to adding more drainage.

[@TheYardGeek]

I hope so too! It sure was helpful to know though for future!

[@marshabrubaker185]

Wow! That's some serious waterfront property you have. Looking forward to how you solve the problem.

[@petereldredge6204]

You need to get @post10 to figure out your drainage issues!

[@samwisegamgee8318]

Absolutely insane water issues there. Hopefully people can band together and figure out a drainage solution for the neighborhood.

[@stevemeganyoung9722]

You need marsh plants. That will help with snow melt, but also when you get big rains the rest of the year. My yard is on a much smaller scale, but I have water-loving plants in areas known to collect water. It helps keep the water away from the foundation and gets rid of it faster.

[@eveb446]

Mitch: Good luck with your yard and water protection, of your house, this Summer.

[@AnAfriCanuck]

you gotta pump out another video buddy!!

[@gladiola8126]

Beautiful cinematography! I love the drone shots! You definitely have a vision like your father 😊

[@TheYardGeek]

Thank you!

[@Isabellekaterina]

Not gonna lie, this is making me glad I live in the tropics lol. I've always wanted to experience snow but not like this 🥲

[@Painless61]

why don't you collect the water in a big underground cistern and use it when the Sommer is hot to water your trees and plants? That safes a lot of money. thx for sharing the video

[@LisaJF]

Wow this is wild! Hopefully as your many trees grow bigger you’ll see less water overall in the future!

[@damionpark3498]

So appreciate your hard work with your content! It's awesome! - I watch all the way from Australia. Keep up the good work! :)

[@TheYardGeek]

Thank you!

[@beatrizjimenez3594]

Cool!

[@GeraldHampton-o7g]

Please add a rain garden in one of the low spots, this will let a lot of water to soak into the ground instead on running off.

[@johnrivas4469]

That was craz from all that snou

[@TheYardGeek]

Very!

[@prblackhawk]

A suggestion: I would like to see a date range of the videos and projects you do. Its hard to understand and appreciate how long some of these things take.

[@MazichMusic]

It seems no one thought of drainage before deveoping the sub. French drains work great, but in your case there is no where to drain it to. If one neighbor does something drastic, you all pay. I live in a suburb of Detroit, not far from Lake St Clair, so water flows eastward toward the lake, often in the back yards. I was getting major water from two sides of my yard, so we had a French drain installed 2 years ago, and after two winters and many severe downpours, I am happy to say we no longer get flooding. The pop-up emitter was brought out front and drains down my driveway, oftem peeing for a day after a big downpour. No puddles and I can cut my lawn with the tractor as soon as it al melts. Amazing.

[@KaliforniaLA]

I can relate. When my yard in Los Angeles freezes in winter I … oh, wait…

[@billiemontgomery8646]

Hello Mitch, I have been a subscriber since you announced its arrival. Great to see the land coming along. Sure, it's a lot of work now. Think of all the work future you will not have to do. Love the quality of your videos, keep doing what you do!

[@billiemontgomery8646]

PS, looking forward to next weeks Detail Geek video. Love the "Mystery Machine" name. That was the first thing I thought of too. Great minds think alike.

[@TheYardGeek]

Thank you!! ♥️

[@ronwhited1224]

Every time I've seen subdivisions pop up in what was once farm ground, there are significant drainage issues.

[@TheYardGeek]

Yup. Developers don’t care about drainage

[@loverlyme]

From seeing how high the road has been built up (thanks probably to the engineers who could foresee this event), that's a pretty good sign that everyone should have built their homes a bit higher off the ground. You may have to consider putting in a large pond (more like a mini-lake) up the back of your yard and sloping downwards towards this for future events. It's something that hasn't been communicated well to the property buyers. I guess they thought it was obvious from the way that road is built.

[@VerdantImage]

This killed me lol 101°F here today and he's talking about spring

[@cgraham6]

Seeing all this snow definitely makes me more tolerant of the summer heat we’re now dealing with.

[@dennismoore8351]

It'd be nice to pump some of that water into storage tanks to use for watering the yards and gardens.

[@mattsanchez4893]

Nice video, especially enjoyed the drone footage. Yeah the drainage situation does not look good, I'd bee really concerned if you all got a serious amount of rain in a short amount of time.

[@nikhil0029]

I missed this one 😢

[@KV1RDEE]

Please upload more on this channel

[@TheYardGeek]

Trying to!

[@megadeth999polaris]

Post 10 collab would be awesome.

[@SinCityDetail]

I was in Lethbridge last week at my Step Son's acreage. I went from 45*C (113* F) here in Las Vegas to 10*C (50*F) in Lethbridge. I froze LOL. I also got eaten by mosquitos 🥴

[@miguelacosta4509]

This is awesome 👌

[@One_Crazy_Dog_Mum]

Lucky you’ve got the right tools for the job with Johnny & the kitty Cat. Personally I’d build a nice big berm and plant it out to give you privacy & hold out the water when it melts. Lucky you’ve got the footage of the whole flow to see how you can mitigate on your property. Those developers need a good uppercut & you can see where the road towards the end has been affected in the past with the cracks patched with tar, definitely not enough culvert pipes under the driveways to help the water move more efficiently.

[@TheYardGeek]

Yep exactly. I will absolutely be taking steps to mitigate the water risk. If only the culverts were larger, and placed at the correct depth…

[@jrbear12182000]

Thank awesome

[@Taliban-Slayer]

Could you prep the trees for the harsher climates? I've seen people wrap them and do other things so this stuff doesn't happen. Pretty sure it doesn't cost much either. Anyways, just an idea. Hope it helps.b

[@micstraitee01]

Pond or french drains to get rid of the water faster. Especially around the house.

[@jobtry]

new subscriber here to your new channel and l have to say it is awesome. Love seeing you transform cars but this is on another level. Greetings from Alison in Northern Ireland

[@TheYardGeek]

Awesome thank you!

[@dawnkangas2968]

Wow

[@MMPutnam77]

I'm no expert but what if you redirected the melted snow to a retaining pond in the corner of your front yard? Which could be a water source for when there is drought. If it's a wet season the overflow could go into the ditch.

[@Shikha-y8l]

Still Waiting For Next One🤧

[@TheYardGeek]

NEW video is live!

[@Slidewater]

i plow snow for fun so i probably plow about the same amount of snow in a year that you plow after one snowfall. i use a heavy shovel and am 14 years old

[@darrylhopkins7310]

Wow,what a awesome place you have, best wishes for you and your property, you do great work, if I was younger, I would have a crush. Best always to you.

[@TheYardGeek]

Thank you!

[@chrisdelamain2673]

Love the new channel!

[@TheYardGeek]

Awesome, thanks!

[@JIMFED63]

No way I’d want to live there with all that snow, glad I moved to Florida 😊

[@G-train9]

THAT IS MY BIRTHDAY AT1:37

[@Sorchia56]

I looked at your links. What drone do you use or recommend comparable on Amazon?

[@shannonp1656]

You had said you expected some of this, but not this much! The farmland near my home has been sold to developers. I'm worried what will happen with roads and such. There was significant flooding years ago with several feet of water in houses across the highway from me. Good luck. ❤

[@TheYardGeek]

Honestly I would think that a subdivision with roads would improve drainage as they would have adequate drainage around houses to the street, where they’d likely have storm sewers not? Of course situations can vary so maybe not!

[@fpaoli508]

Ao easy mate, just set a pond there… some people wait years to fill theirs, you can make it in a few weeks for the sounds of it

[@karenturner7983]

Could you run tile, like they do in the farmer's fields, to help drain the water?

[@jeb3415]

He could, but it would need to drain into the same undersized system that is already not handling it. Not good planning at all by developers- exceptional year or not, as more houses are added on that flat plain- more concrete more run off less ground to absorb water. His drone footage looked a lot like what the farmers in MN this year were dealing with, their crop fields flooding as the drainage ditches were above capacity and the drain pumps were basically recycling the water until the levels started going down.

[@riverrun5964]

@theyardgeek I hope you're able to add content here more consistently. This is a great channel and very educational, but such long waits for short videos 🥺. I imagine it can't be easy running the shop, creating content, building out your acreage, and anything else you have going on, but I hope you're able to add something soon. In the meantime take care ♥️

[@TheYardGeek]

Working on it!

[@cynthiahopkins7090]

Just wondering! Did you put deep the big drain pipes somewhere in the soil from the yard when the snow melted away? Successful job?🤔😊👍👏🙌

[@TheYardGeek]

I’ve been thinking about what all my options are…whether it’s a retention pond, a more sophisticated spot to pump the water out, or just letting nature do its thing as it doesn’t last long anyways!

[@amandacalderon4023]

They need some kind of retention pond to drain all that water into

[@annarizzo1336]

Your parents dog is cute 🥰

[@DonDomel]

5:37 this is the perfect place for a Pond

[@nancymcclain2533]

I wonder if there is a way to create perhaps a reservoir that collects the run off while also providing a place to use if the area starts getting hurt by a dry spell. A man made lake?

[@calicocritterscrafts886]

We have rain gardens in PNW so I’m wondering if there can be a snow garden of sorts. Plants that wake up super thirsty or evergreens of some variety

[@ddautodetailing]

That sure was a lot of water!

[@Paradoxical124]

As an Aussie I've never had to deal with freezing temperatures and snow, am I missing out on something or am I lucky?

[@andreking7138]

My grandfather would stick to a John Deere ride-on lawnmower, just how he likes it.

[@AlexanderWaylon]

Might I say that must have been an incredibly high end/expensive hot tub to warrant a crane to remove it. I deal with water all the time I pump water all the time we use 2” centrifugal pumps with Honda engines. Run off is destructive that’s for sure. Culverts should always be as placed as low as possible, it’s the best practice. Interesting and personal view of your land. Perhaps you could use a culvert or perhaps a nyloplast structure with honeycomb steel cover in the low point from the studio side to the open side yourself. A lot of this water looks equalized. We have certain areas that are near sea level in Maine that this issue occurs. Ultimately while it may not have been deemed necessary at first, but catch basins and underground 15-18” underground drain pipes should have probably been installed in places.

[@rickardternblom3125]

Oh jeeez, that was a close call man! 😅

[@TheYardGeek]

Sure was 😬

[@michaelg.5862]

I wonder if “unlikely weather event” is the new normal. Also it might be the time to see if the developer had an adequate flood mitigation plan.

[@grogers8925]

Your Father has a smaller more manageable yard, love that Robot Mower! You shoulda built your house on a higher mound! Is their anything you can do for future spring melts? 🥰

[@TheYardGeek]

Yes! The Navimow is really cool and great for a yard like his! Definitely should have set the house higher and brought in more fill dirt, but holy heck would that have cost me a small fortune 😄

[@bealzibub4002]

Looks like building on flood plains

[@johnnyflores3426]

Drainage 1/10. Battle to send water to other neighbors lots. LOL

[@LABdk]

PLUS 22 ?!?!?!? Stay safe

[@blvckspectrvm5398]

I would like to know how much this cost from buying the lot to where you are at now. Amazing job so far!

[@TheYardGeek]

Thank you!