French Drain Installation

Take Control of Yard Water Before Damage Starts

French drain excavation and installation support for long-term drainage control.

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15+
Years in the field
2022
Locally owned since
8
Specialized services
100%
Done right, no shortcuts

The ground truth

Bad prep gets expensive fast

Standing water, soggy yards, and hidden foundation moisture risk.

Our approach

E’s Excavating installs drainage solutions tailored to your property slope and soil conditions.

What you get

  • Targeted water redirection
  • Yard-friendly installation approach
  • Built for Michigan weather swings

Recent work

Recent french drain installation jobs

Drain line trenched across a lawn and tied into a manhole, set with a laser level
Yard drain line trenched and tied into a manhole
Foundation wall excavated and waterproofed to stop basement leaks
Foundation excavated and waterproofed
Drainage stone backfilled against a waterproofed block foundation wall
Drainage stone set against a waterproofed foundation
Drainage basin set into a gravel-bedded excavation
Drainage basin set in a gravel bed
Drain pipe and fittings installed in a hand-dug trench
Drain pipe and fittings in a clean trench
Downspout routed underground to carry roof water away from the foundation
Downspout routed away from the foundation

How it works

Three steps to break ground

01

Call for drainage review

02

Map runoff and problem zones

03

Install and test flow path

The cost of waiting

Put it off, pay more later

Ignoring pooling water can lead to erosion, basement moisture, and landscape damage.

The payoff

Results that hold up

You get a yard that drains better, stays usable, and protects your investment.

Common questions

What homeowners ask before we start

Do French drains work in heavy soil?

Yes, with proper grading and materials they can perform very well.

Can this pair with yard drains?

Yes, we often combine systems for stronger overall drainage.

Ready when you are

Let's get your site done right

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