How do I keep rain from washing debris onto my patio?

Kathy Chojnacki
by Kathy Chojnacki

My backyard is up against a farm field. The field and my backyard slopes towards my patio. I can’t keep up with keeping it clean. What can I do? Thank you!

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I already cleaned most of it off but this is every day, since it rains every day. Please help!

  4 answers
  • Technically illegal to have run off from another property, and is a sticky situational best. You can build a swale or berm to divert the water.

  • Rose Broadway Rose Broadway on Aug 15, 2018

    Kathy, one way that might work is to put up a privacy fence on the edge of the patio where the leaves wash in. I hope some others will come along with more ideas for you.

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    • Kathy Chojnacki Kathy Chojnacki on Aug 15, 2018

      That sounds like an excellent idea, but I just rent this land and there is a rule against fences. But I really appreciate you trying to help.

  • Kathy Chojnacki Kathy Chojnacki on Aug 15, 2018

    Thank you. I actually considered building a low wall in front of my patio. My husband has passed away and I don’t know how hard it would be to build one myself or what I’ll even make it out of.

  • Rose Broadway Rose Broadway on Aug 15, 2018

    Kathy, if you are just renting could you talk to your landlord about the situation? Maybe he may have a solution or may even fix it himself or help you with the costs. Give it a try! I hope for the best for you.