Storm Water Drainage

Heavy rainfall can quickly expose drainage problems around a property. Fairytale Landscaping & Drainage installs and repairs practical storm water drainage systems designed to collect, control and direct excess water away from homes, yards and landscaped areas.

Standing water, overflowing drains, soggy lawns, erosion and water collecting near foundations can indicate that storm water is not draining properly. We identify where the water is coming from, where it needs to go and what is preventing the existing drainage system from handling it.

Depending on the property and source of the water, solutions may include catch basins, drainage pipe, French drains, channel drains, grading, surface drainage and connections to existing drainage systems. Each system is designed around the conditions of the property rather than using the same solution everywhere.

Catch basins collect surface water from low areas, driveways, patios and landscaped spaces before directing it through underground drainage pipe to an appropriate discharge point. Proper placement and grading are critical to making the system work effectively.

If an existing storm drainage system is not working properly, a drainage camera inspection can help locate blockages, root intrusion, damaged pipe and collapsed sections before excavation begins.

Damaged, improperly installed or failing drainage systems can cause recurring water problems. We can expose problem areas using targeted excavation, repair damaged sections and replace drainage pipe when necessary to restore proper flow.

• Why does water collect in my yard after heavy rain?
Low areas, poor grading, compacted soil, inadequate drainage or blocked and damaged drainage systems can all contribute to standing water.

• Can you add drains to an existing yard?
Yes. Depending on the property, catch basins, drainage pipe, French drains or other surface drainage systems can be added to improve water management.

• Can you inspect an existing storm drain before digging?
Yes. Where accessible, a drainage camera inspection can help identify underground problems before excavation.

• Do you repair broken underground drainage pipe?
Yes. We can locate and excavate damaged sections and repair or replace drainage pipe where required.

Contact Fairytale Landscaping & Drainage to have your storm water drainage problem assessed and determine a practical solution for your property.