French Drain Installation in the Greater Sacramento Area
Simplify Drainage With French Drains in Sacramento, El Dorado, and Placer County
Is your yard turning into a swamp after every rain? Are you tired of dealing with soggy grass, muddy patches, and water pooling near your home’s foundation? A properly installed French drain system can solve these problems for good.
At South Canyon Construction, we’ve helped hundreds of Sacramento homeowners transform their waterlogged yards into dry, usable spaces while protecting their homes from costly water damage.
Many properties throughout Sacramento, Placer, and El Dorado Counties struggle with poor drainage. Our region’s clay-heavy soil, seasonal heavy rains, and varying terrain create perfect conditions for water problems. When water can’t drain properly, it creates:
- Soggy, unusable yard areas that stay wet for days after rain
- Standing water that attracts mosquitoes and other pests
- Soil erosion that damages landscaping and hardscaping
- Increased hydrostatic pressure against your foundation
- Basement or crawl space moisture issues
- Potential foundation damage that can cost thousands to repair
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Our Professional French Drain Installation Process
At South Canyon Construction, we’ve refined our French drain installation process to ensure lasting results for Sacramento area homeowners. Here’s how we transform your soggy yard into a dry, usable space:
- Thorough Property Assessment – We evaluate your yard’s specific drainage issues, soil type, slope, and identify the best locations for your French drain system.
- Custom Drainage Plan – We create a detailed plan showing the drain layout, slope calculations, and discharge locations tailored to your property.
- Utility Marking – We contact 811 to have all underground utilities marked before any digging begins.
- Precision Trenching – We dig trenches with the exact slope needed (at least 1 inch drop per 10 feet) to ensure proper water flow.
- Quality Materials Installation – We use commercial-grade filter fabric, clean angular gravel, and durable perforated pipe.
- Proper Discharge Planning – We ensure water is directed to appropriate locations like storm drains, dry wells, or drainage ditches.
- Surface Restoration – We restore your landscape so the drain blends seamlessly with your yard.
Why Our French Drain Installation Makes the Difference
Many drainage contractors cut corners on materials, leading to systems that fail prematurely. At South Canyon Construction, we use only the highest quality components for our French drain installations:
Premium Filter Fabric
We use commercial-grade, non-woven geotextile fabric that allows water to pass through while blocking soil particles. This prevents clogging and extends system life.
Proper Drainage Gravel
We use clean, angular 3/4-inch gravel that won’t compact over time. This ensures consistent water flow and prevents system failure.
Heavy-Duty Pipe
Our 4-inch perforated pipes are crush-resistant and designed for decades of service, even under heavy soil loads.
Our French Drain Installation Service Area
South Canyon Construction provides professional French drain installation throughout the Greater Sacramento area, including:
Get Expert French Drain Installation in Greater Sacramento
Don’t let standing water ruin your yard or threaten your home’s foundation. South Canyon Construction has installed hundreds of French drain systems throughout Sacramento, Placer, and El Dorado Counties. Our experienced team will assess your property’s specific drainage needs and design a solution that works for your yard and budget.
Why Choose South Canyon Construction
- Fully licensed and insured professionals
- Decades of combined drainage experience
- Quality materials that prevent system failure
- Detailed assessments and transparent quotes
- Comprehensive warranty on all installations
- Respectful of your property and schedule