French Drain Installation
French Drain Installation in St Louis That Keeps Water Out of Sight — and Out of Your Way
If you’ve got a soggy lawn, pooling water, or damp foundation walls, it’s time for a solution that works below the surface. Our French drain installation in St Louis solves excess moisture problems by redirecting water underground — out of your lawn and away from your home.
What Is a French Drain?
A Subsurface Drainage System That Solves Water Problems
A French drain uses a gravel-filled trench and perforated pipe installed below your lawn to collect and redirect water. Once installed, it’s invisible — but the results are easy to see.
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Signs You Might Need a French Drain
- Water pooling in lawn after rain
- Mushy or squishy ground that stays damp
- Water seepage into basement or crawlspace
- Slope issues that cause water to run toward your home
Why Choose a French Drain Over Other Solutions?
- Works below the surface — no visible structure needed
- Helps relieve hydrostatic pressure around foundations
- Lawn can be installed directly over the top
- Ideal for flat or gently sloped landscapes
- Can be paired with swales or dry creek beds on steep terrain
Our Installation Process
1. Site survey to assess slope, water flow, and depth needs
2. Trench excavation and proper pitch grading
3. Installation of perforated pipe + filter fabric
4. Backfilling with gravel and topsoil
5. Resodding (if applicable) for a seamless finish