French Drain Installation & Repair

French Drain Installation & Repair

SERVICE OVERVIEW

Protect your home or business with a dependable drainage system installed by American Sewer Specialist LLC. As longtime plumbing contractors, we know our way around drainage systems, and we know which are most effective for our clients’ needs. That’s why we can happily recommend a French drain system in for anyone worried about groundwater weakening their buildings’ foundation.

WHAT IS A FRENCH DRAINAGE SYSTEM?

Often confused with a “trench” drainage system, a French drainage system is designed to stop surface and groundwater from sinking into your property’s earth and weakening your home or business’s foundation. It is essentially a small, gravel-covered trench that contains a perforated pipe. Conversely, a french drain is a trough-like structure that moves surface water away from your property before it has the chance to seep in.

SCHEDULE INSTALLATION TODAY

If you’re concerned about your foundation being affected by excess groundwater, a Greensburg French drain installation could be an excellent addition to your property. American Sewer Specialist LLC can handle the installation process from beginning to end, so reach out today to discuss your situation and find out what we recommend for your particular needs.

Once we’ve finalized our plans, our plumbing contractors will arrive at your home or business with all the equipment we need to get the job done. We specialize in excavation and are capable of installing your new French drain system with minimal impact on your property’s landscaping and features. Your convenience is important to us!

Contact us today to request more information about French drain systems and learn how our plumbers can help with yours. We proudly serve families and businesses in Westmoreland, Allegheny, Fayette county, and surrounding areas.

POPULAR QUESTIONS

French drain depth: About 8 inches to 2 feet deep should be sufficient for many water-diverting projects, though related systems, such as those built around foundations and sub-ground living spaces, as well as the bases of retaining walls, may be deeper.

A French drain starts with digging a trench. The depth and width of the trench can vary, but 5 to 6 inches wide and 8 to 12 inches deep are common sizes and usually satisfy most needs.

French drains are extremely effective at removing moisture from over-saturated soil. 

French drain installation costs can vary, but usually cost between $6,000 to $10,000 depending on the size of the basement and the amount of sump pumps that need to be installed.