About OlivePorchCo

OlivePorchCo is an informational reference about keeping basements and foundations dry in the Canadian climate. It gathers general, publicly available knowledge on drainage, sump systems, and moisture control into plain-language articles.

What this site covers

The content focuses on three connected subjects: how foundation drainage moves groundwater away from a building, how sump systems remove water that collects, and how interior moisture and condensation are managed. Each topic is treated as reference material rather than instruction, with attention to the seasonal conditions common across Canada.

How the content is written

Articles are written to describe how these systems work and what their components do, drawing on general building knowledge and publicly available sources. Where exact figures are not established, the text uses neutral descriptions instead of inventing statistics. The aim is accuracy and usefulness, not promotion.

What this site is not

This is a reference, not a contractor and not a substitute for professional assessment. Conditions vary widely between properties, soils, and regions, and decisions about a specific building should involve a qualified contractor or engineer who can inspect the site directly.

Contact

Questions, corrections, and topic suggestions are welcome through the form on the home page, or by email at info@oliveporchco.org.