))
Hydraway transforms sports fields and homes with superior drainage technology.
Manage episode 489176258 series 3577683
Content provided by Michael Church, Founder of Crawl Space Ninja, Michael Church, and Founder of Crawl Space Ninja. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Michael Church, Founder of Crawl Space Ninja, Michael Church, and Founder of Crawl Space Ninja or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.
The hidden force behind professional sports fields' impeccable playability isn't just meticulous grounds keeping—it's revolutionary drainage technology. This fascinating conversation with Hydraway specialists reveals how flat-panel drainage systems are transforming everything from Major League Baseball diamonds to golf courses and residential yards.
Hydraway vs other waterproofing and drainage products video: https://youtu.be/lIz4wQXsW54?feature=shared
When torrential rain threatened the iconic Field of Dreams MLB game, Hydraway's drainage system proved so effective that groundskeepers were mowing the outfield the very next morning. This remarkable performance stems from a fundamental design advantage: traditional perforated pipes offer only 6% open area for water intake, while Hydraway provides an astonishing 80% void space, dramatically accelerating water removal.
Chuck, a 30-year veteran golf course architect, explains how this technology addresses persistent challenges for golf course superintendents. Beyond superior drainage performance, Hydraway installations require significantly less disruption to carefully maintained turf. Rather than wide trenches filled with problematic pea gravel, Hydraway can be installed in narrow 4-6 inch trenches and backfilled with coarse sand—preserving landscape aesthetics while preventing the "striping" effect common with traditional drainage systems.
The versatility of this American-made product is particularly impressive. Available in both 6-inch and 12-inch widths for various applications, Hydroway can be installed either vertically to intercept surface water or horizontally beneath features like golf course bunkers. This flexibility has led to adoption by prestigious clients including Toronto Blue Jays, University of Missouri, Philadelphia MLS, and numerous NFL training facilities.
What makes this conversation particularly valuable for homeowners is understanding that the same technology trusted by multimillion-dollar sports venues offers an affordable solution for residential drainage problems. The principle remains consistent across applications: efficient water management begins with removing water quickly before it can cause damage.
Ready to explore how professional-grade drainage solutions might solve your property's wet spots? Connect with the experts at DIY.CrawlSpaceNinja.com to learn more about bringing this field-proven technology to your home or business project.
Check out Michael's book, "Crawl Space Repair Myths-Busted" now available on Amazon!
Schedule a consultation: https://buymeacoffee.com/csninja/extras
Need help: https://crawlspaceninja.com or https://diy.crawlspaceninja.com
Chapters
1. Introduction to Hydraway (00:00:00)
2. Golf Course Drainage Applications (00:03:19)
3. Field of Dreams and MLB Installation (00:08:24)
4. Hydraway vs. Traditional Drainage Systems (00:12:21)
5. Practical Applications and Installation Process (00:19:49)
6. Major Projects and Cost Effectiveness (00:24:54)
32 episodes
Share
