How Much Stone Should You Use in a French Drain System?

By Published On: July 27th, 2018

How Much Stone Should You Use in a French Drain System?

How Much Coarse Stone for a French Drain?The more stone the better the drain. We always put the pipe at the bottom of the French drain trench. That way the frost can’t push this up to the surface.

I’m doing anatomy kind of shot for you. We’re gonna. Continue this drain, but I’m in the ditch channel that the excavator created showing how much stone we put in one of our French drain systems.

The more stone, the better the drain. That’s why we won’t use a trencher. We want to ditch out a nice channel with an excavator and then haul that heavy soil away. Replace it with a nice coarse wash, rock, and then wrap it with a really, really good filter fabric that’s going to move a lot of water through it. You can’t use the landscape fabric. You have to know your fabrics. You want to use a fabric that’s a good drainage fabric specifically for drainage systems.

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Robert Sherwood is the owner of French Drain Man, located in Almont, MI. As a leader in water management solutions, Robert has designed and manufactured several patented drainage products that are highly regarded in the industry. These innovative products are not only used by homeowners but are also widely purchased by other drainage contractors across the US and Canada. Available through his online store, his solutions effectively manage water and preserve property integrity. Robert has successfully led thousands of projects, enhancing property safety and value significantly. Alongside his primary role at French Drain Man, he brings his expertise to Sherwood Landscape Construction L.L.C., demonstrating his commitment to excellence in the field.

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