French Drains
French Drain Installation
French drains are underground drainage systems that collect subsurface water and move it away from your home’s foundation. In the Dallas–Fort Worth region, where clay soil expands and contracts dramatically, subsurface water can push against the foundation, cause slab movement, and create chronic moisture problems.
Brown Foundation Repair installs French drains to reduce soil pressure, prevent yard saturation, and guide water to safer locations.
French drains are often paired with sump pump or surface drains depending on how water behaves on the property.
Why French Drains Are Effective in DFW
- Capture water trapped below the surface
- Reduce hydrostatic pressure on foundation walls
- Limit soil movement that affects slab stability
- Prevent water from migrating toward crawl spaces
- Improve yard usability after heavy storms
Installation Process
- Excavate a trench along the targeted drainage path.
- Install perforated pipe surrounded by gravel or aggregate.
- Wrap the system in filtration fabric to reduce clogging.
- Backfill and restore the yard surface.
French drains are long-lasting and provide consistent water relief when installed with proper slope and filtration.
Schedule a Free Evaluation
If your yard or foundation stays wet after storms, a French drain may be the solution. Brown Foundation Repair can design a system specific to your soil and water patterns.
