Buried downspouts are an essential defense against damaging water for our homes and yards. The most effective drainage systems run on a slope and move water quickly away from our homes. Today, we're going to teach you how to get more slope by using a 3-inch corrugated pipe. Using 3 in downspout pipe will give your [...]
The Top 4 Reasons Why Basements Flood I'm going to talk about all the things that cause a flooded basement or a flooded crawl space. These are the top issues that result in a wet basement, mold, and mildew issues along the house. Here's why basements flood and how to avoid it. Downspouts Too Close [...]
Best Fabric to Increase Longevity of Drainage Systems French drain systems that are installed correctly are meant to last a lifetime. While other contractors may skimp on their French drains, French Drain Man utilizes only the best materials and techniques for our systems. We’re meticulous about every detail that can strengthen your French drain system and [...]
Installing your outdoor sump pump shouldn’t be a project that gets put on the back burner. Not only is your sump pump fundamental in preventing water from pooling near your home’s foundation, but it’s also simple to install. In fact, I’m going to show you just how easy outdoor sump pump installation can be and provide [...]
When considering drainage solutions, it’s important to choose the best parts for your system that effectively move water away from your foundation. While other contractors may opt for a standard downspout, a pop-up emitter is undoubtedly the most efficient option for carrying that water far away from your home’s foundation. You may be wondering, how does [...]
Buried downspouts are the best drainage solution that can prevent damage to basements or foundations caused by flooding in the yard. However, if your gutters are installed incorrectly, you could be back to square one with your drainage issues. Today, I’m going to show you the most common problems with buried downspouts and how to fix [...]
You may wonder how a drainage pipe with holes would move water away from your house. To understand, you need to know the role perforated pipe plays in your drainage system. I’m here to show you how your system works when using perforated pipe for drainage. Why Using Perforated Pipe for Drainage Makes Sense People ask [...]
Standing water causes a myriad of issues for homeowners including flooded basements and crawlspaces. Underground downspouts can provide homeowners with a DIY-friendly, low-maintenance solution to prevent those issues. As the yard drainage experts, we have 5 critical tips to follow when installing your DIY underground downspouts. 1. Always Use Pop-Up Emitters When burying downspouts, [...]
Starting a new project around your house and yard can be daunting, especially when it’s for something as important as setting up your yard drainage system properly. French Drain Man will show you how to bury downspouts and provide insider tips from veteran contractors. So let's get started! Materials Needed: Solid corrugated drain pipe in 3 [...]
We're going to show you tips to keep water away from the house, utilize a catch basin for downspouts, and everything you need to look out for when building your roof runoff system. We are going to cover: The importance of having an inline catch basin for downspouts Burying downspouts without bellies Maintaining your inline catch [...]
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