A French drain plays an important role in your landscape’s drainage. It directs the subsoil and water away from your landscape in areas that are likely to have water pooling or flooding. While the process of installation is relatively simple, it requires professional, custom planning to address the unique drainage challenges and requirements of your property. These features are typically installed near the edge of the building. At DNS Sprinkler and Drainage, we have decades of combined industry experience and can provide complete irrigation and drainage solutions for your property.
We would like to share 3 signs that say that your landscape requires a French drain.
When to Install a French Drain?
French drains provide an effective and efficient solution for landscapes with serious water drainage issues. You should consider installing this type of drain if you have the following issues:
- Soil becomes soggy and you often have standing water
- You have a retaining wall on a hillside
- Your basement floods often
You may have issues with surface water. Your lawn must be getting puddles whenever it rains. Some properties can have a water pooling problem after thunderstorms. Water may be entering your basement after rains. Even if you don’t have these issues, but plan on building a retaining wall on a hillside on your landscape, you should consider installing a French drain. The feature will help prevent water from building up on both sides of the wall.
1. Surface Water Issues
Do you have a surface water problem? We can consider installing a curtain drain or a shallow French drain. The drain will be laid horizontally across your property, uphill of the area where the water problem occurs. The higher position of the drain will help the feature to catch water before it reaches downhill. These drains are typically 1.5 feet across and 2 feet deep.
2. Basement Flooding Issues
Do you have a basement flooding issue? We will typically install deep French drains on such properties. The feature will surround the perimeter of your building and will drain off the water before it reaches the basement. It is a complicated process to install such drains after a building has been finished. However, we have the experience and expertise required for perfect results.
3. Retaining Wall on a Hillside
As already mentioned, you should have a French drain installed on your property if you plan on building a retaining wall on a hillside. The drain will be installed behind the first line of material to prevent the water from accumulating near the wall. This is a cost-effective strategy and will keep your home protected.
Before you install a French drain, you should hire the services of an experienced drainage and irrigation expert. DNS Sprinkler and Drainage is your one-stop-shop for all your landscape drainage challenges and goals. We will conduct a thorough inspection, ensure that the area is clear of cables, pipes, and other underground installations, create a plan, and discuss your options before beginning the project. If you want to learn more about our services, call us at (210) 765-8667. You may also send us your queries using this Online Form.