French Drain Installation Services

Is your yard always a swampy mess after it rains? Are you worried about water getting into your basement or crawl space? A French drain is a simple, proven solution to protect your property by capturing and redirecting problem water, and we are the experts at installing them correctly.

French Drain Installation in Jefferson, Hamblen, & Grainger Counties

Standing water on your property is more than just an annoyance, it can cause serious and expensive damage to your home’s foundation, kill your lawn, and create a breeding ground for mosquitos. You need to get that water moving away from your house, and a French drain is one of the best ways to do it.

At Jefferson Land Clearing & Excavation, we use our excavation expertise to install French drains that work. A French drain isn’t just a ditch; it’s a system. It involves digging a precise trench with a specific slope, laying down a special fabric, installing a perforated pipe, and filling it with gravel. When done right, it invisibly collects groundwater and surface water and channels it safely away.

Protect Your Home from Water Damage

The secret to a French drain that lasts is getting the excavation part perfect – the right depth, the right width, and most importantly, the right slope so gravity can do its job. That’s where we excel.

A professionally installed French drain will:

Keep Your Basement or Crawl Space Dry: By capturing water before it can build up pressure against your foundation walls, a French drain is a key defense against leaks and flooding.
Fix Your Swampy Yard: It dries out those constantly wet, unusable parts of your lawn, giving you more space to enjoy.
Protect Your Foundation: Constant water pressure is a leading cause of foundation cracks and damage. A French drain relieves this pressure.
Stop Soil Erosion: It helps to manage runoff from hills and slopes, preventing your valuable topsoil from washing away.
Be Invisible When Finished: Once installed, the top layer can be covered with sod or decorative rock, so you won’t even know it’s there.

Don’t let water problems get worse. Let us provide a permanent solution to protect your property. To talk about your drainage issues, call us for a free estimate at (865) 805-0543.

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Frequently Asked Questions About French Drains

What exactly is a French drain?

A French drain is basically a sloped trench filled with gravel and a perforated pipe. It’s designed to collect water that’s in the ground or on the surface and carry it away to a spot where it won’t cause any problems.

How do I know if I need a French drain?

The biggest signs are a yard that stays wet and soggy long after it rains, water pooling near your house’s foundation, or water leaking into your basement or crawl space. If you have any of these issues, a French drain is likely a good solution.

Where does all the water go?

The French drain pipe is sloped to use gravity to carry the water to a designated exit point. This can be a ditch, the street, a dry well (an underground pit filled with gravel), or simply a lower point on your property that is far away from your house.

Why can't I just dig a trench myself?

A French drain will fail if it’s not sloped correctly. Even a small flat spot can cause water to stop moving and create a clog. It takes professional equipment and knowledge to guarantee the trench has a continuous, proper slope from start to finish.

Will a French drain ruin my yard?

While the installation does require digging a trench, we work very carefully to minimize the impact on your property. After the drain is installed, the trench is filled, and the area can be covered with grass or decorative stone, making it virtually invisible.

The Permanent Solution to Your Water Problems

Stop worrying every time it rains. A professionally installed French drain will protect your home and reclaim your yard. Contact us today to get a free, no-hassle estimate.

Phone Number

(865) 805-0543

Service Times

Mon - Sun 6AM - 7PM

Service Areas

Jefferson, Hamblen, & Grainger Counties