Full Service Drain Installation
We specialize in foundation and yard drainage systems. Our drains use the highest quality commercial grade filter fabric, drainage tile and washed river gravel to ensure 25 years to a lifetime of longevity. We are thoughtful when using heavy machinery while also performing a hand dig to ensure your yard and utilities do not get damaged. The drainage services we offer include: Catch Basins, Drain Repairs, Down Spout Extensions, French Drains, Grading, Rainwater Drainage Systems, Trench Drains, Yard Drains, Yard Swales, Berms, Dry Creeks, Sump Pumps, Basement Waterproofing, Interior French Drains, Channel Drains, Retention Basins and Dry Wells.
French Drains
We install effective and durable French drains. We install dual system drains that combine both catch basin and perforated pipe technology to move as much water in as little time as possible. We install a minimum of 2 and sometimes even 3 pipes inside every single French Drain. We will design and install a custom drain that fits exactly what your property needs. Whether it is reducing overall saturation in the yard or rerouting water away from the foundation.
Catch Basins and Discharge Basins
Creating an immediate void for water to be redirected is extremely important for a drainage system. We use the highest quality NDS catch basins on the market. Ranging from 6” inches in diameter up to 24” inches in diameter, these are the best solution for redirecting bulk surface water during a heavy rainfall.
PVC Downspout Extensions
Roof and gutter runoff is the very first thing we analyze when visiting a job site. Rerouting the rainwater that collects on your roof and in your gutters is crucial to keeping water away from the foundation and adjacent structures. We install vented clean-outs on all of our downspout extensions to allow access for future maintenance and scoping.
Drywells and Leach Fields
We install drywells or leach fields when the property lot does not offer a viable discharge route for water. If we cannot take the water somewhere with gravity and relying on a pump is not a good solution we install a drywell or leach field. Drywells and leach fields are meant to capture and drain the water into the subsurface before discharging any water to the surface. These are useful in extremely flat terrain areas like farms or properties located within a valley.
Channel Drains
Channel drains are the best option for directional water flow that takes place within a concrete or hardscaped boundary. These locations include: driveways, parking lots and patios.
Grading and Yard Swales
Letting nature and gravity do the work is sometimes the best option for a properties drainage plan. We increase, decrease and level the grade of a lot to route water away from the problem areas. Installing fresh sod over a graded area also aids in the overall effectiveness of the solution.
Sump Pump and Interior Drainage Systems
Sometimes surface water is not causing water intrusion into the structure. Hydrostatic pressure from ground water is usually the cause in this case. Installing an interior French drain along the perimeter of the basement foundation and routing it to a sump pump system is the only way to solve this problem. We use the same system as the outside with a few minor differences. We only use cast iron and minimum 1/2 horsepower sump pumps for our interior drainage systems.
Yard Drains
Yard Drains are usually underground French drain drywell channels that utilize perforated pipe, River gravel and geotextile filter fabric to decrease saturation of clay soils. These types of drains continue to drain water in the subsurface soil long after the rain has stopped. This type of solution is great for heavy clay soils, structures built near springs/aquifers and lots located at the bottom of a hill with poor drainage characteristics.
Dry Creeks
Dry creeks are usually the best option for drainage when the drainage issue is causing erosion and is far away from a structure. By installing a ”natural“ dry creek bed and working with the elements of the land, controlling erosion and the speed of water is seamless. We use large gabion limestone similar to what you see on the side of the highway or large creek stones that come from glacier melt zones.
Basement Waterproofing
Water can only enter the basement in 4 ways.
1.) From above (leaky pipes)
2.) From below (hydrostatic pressure)
3.) Over top of sill plate (poor drainage or grade)
4.) Through foundation wall (cracks, holes or other openings)
The Outdoor Pros offers a variety of basement waterproofing options. We provide our clients with the best basement waterproofing and sealing knowledge in the industry. From hydraulic cement and waterproofing membrane application to repointing deteriorated mortar joints, we know exactly what needs to be done to waterproof your basement and structure. Leaky basements need attention before the winter months. The most common and effective form of waterproofing is to seal all openings from the exterior of the structure using a similar medium to the foundation composition. We will find out the type of crack and opening and the best way to address that opening. Contact us for a free foundation assessment.
Berms
A strategically placed berm can provide a reliable barrier for the destructive path water can take. By slowing the water down or rerouting the water to a MSD storm drain, there is a lot to be said about the functionality of a drainage berm. Installing sod on top of a berm can help mitigate further erosion after the berm is installed.
Exterior Waterproofing and Foundation Crack Repair
Solid concrete foundations are known to crack and deteriorate after 50 to 70 years. The most common places for cracks and settlement cracks are near corners, windows, doors, utility entry points, and additions. Our technicians use a multi layered membrane consisting of cement and modified bitumen to ensure all cracks and openings are sealed.
Exterior Historic Restoration
The Saint Louis area is known for having historic homes with a wide variety of stone foundations. We know exactly how to address aged stone and older soils near existing structures. We use historic Spec Mix mortar for repointing historic foundations. We recommend installing a drainage system near a stone foundation because of how porous stone is in general.
Commercial Drainage
We offer commercial drainage services for office buildings, government buildings, churches, schools, athletic fields, municipal areas, ministries, temples, corporate campuses, apartment complexes, villa communities, retirement communities, pole barns, farmhouses, venues, logistics centers, airports, HOA communities, campgrounds, public parks, parking lots and more! Whether you need a new drainage system installed, repairs or maintenance on an existing system, our team can help.
Customer Satisfaction
We're committed to providing excellent customer service and a quality installation! Contact us today to see how we can help with your drainage needs.
