FRENCH DRAIN

A french drain system is a multi-functional system that can drain water away from unwanted collection areas and relocate the water in suitable areas. A french drain can also act as a storage location for water until the water has had time to absorb back into the ground in approved areas. A french drain is usually a gravel filled trench with a perforated pipe in the center.

DRY CREEK BEDS

Dry creek beds are an aesthetically pleasing way to control water run-off and drainage issues in high visibility areas, while adding natural beauty to the landscape. Dry creek beds can be blended into any type of landscape or design with ease. A dry creek bed can be used as a overflow system or a primary system depending upon your particular conditions.

DRIVEWAY DRAINAGE

Flooding driveways sometime require special drains in the concrete or asphalt. Channel drains are one method of driveways drainage that can alleviate a flooding driveway. A channel drain cut into the driveway to catch running water or drain standing water usually connects to a drain tile system that drains the water to an acceptable location.

GUTTERS & DOWN SPOUTS

Down spouts are a necessity for all homes & buildings, but their use can cause large amounts of water to be collected in small areas, usually near the concrete foundations.By connecting down spouts to a drainage system, the water can be relocated to a more suitable area or to and lawn area to be reabsorbed far from the foundation.

 

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