A french drain also called a weeping tile drain tile perimeter drain or sub surface drain is a common basement waterproofing solution.
Exterior french drain systems.
Like exterior drains the perforated pipe is surrounded by gravel to filter out dirt and sediments.
The french drain is a simple yet versatile construction which can be used to drain standing water from problem areas in your yard or basement.
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The pipe collects water from the basement wall floor joint as it enters and carries it to a sump.
It just requires a little preparation and planning the right tools and materials and a little diy know how.
It s a trench containing a perforated pipe that redirects surface water and groundwater away from the foundation.
You can do the work yourself or hire a professional landscape contractor to do the job.
When filling the area around the inlet grate temporarily cover the grate to prevent any stones or soil from falling in after installing the french drain.
After you ve designed your french drain system you re ready to build.
A trench at least 12 inches wide and 18 to 24 inches deep.
Larger trenches provide better drainage and last longer but require more work.
Overview of exterior french drains.
The process is fairly simple.
Fill the trench with topsoil and compact to completely cover the entire french drain system.
9 ongoing maintenance reseed the surface if necessary or cover with landscaping stone.
An interior french drain also consists of a perforated pipe but it s installed around the perimeter of the basement floor.
Problems with exterior french drains.
Parts of a french drain.