DRAINAGE
Helping You Weather the Storms with Underground Drainage Solutions
AGC Cincy works with neighbors throughout Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky to ensure the best possible solution for drainage that not only functions well, but also looks great and adds value to one of your most important investments, your home.
We’ll consult with you on materials, style, functionality, durability, longevity and budgeting needs to ensure you’re 100% satisfied on installation.
Installing and Repairing Underground Drainage Systems
With the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region receiving a moderate amount of rainfall with some storms being significant, a heavy rain can lead to drainage issues.
If you have puddles in your yard when it rains, water is getting into your basement, you're noticing an increase in your water bills, you've noticed new cracks in your home's foundation or you've noticed mildew or mold in your basement, you may have a drainage issue. If you're considering a drainage solution, we can give you an idea and estimate.
Main Types of Underground Drainage Systems
French Drain
These are great for around the home and yard. A French drain is a pipe that collects and directs water away from the home with a wide, perforated pipe placed in the ground to collect excess water and drain it away from the affected area. The pipe is covered with rock or gravel, so it's not visible, and it drains downward so that the drainage is smooth.
French drains are often used when homeowners have issues with rainwater sitting in their yard or around the home. A French Drain can be installed to collect the water and take it to a location where it no longer poses a threat.
Channel Drains
Best for driveways and patios. A channel drain is a linear system that incorporates a channel together with an inlet detail that is embedded in the constructed surface.
It is used to take surface water away from an area to drain away and are typically installed in driveways and patios.
Trenching
An existing trench or new trenching is required to properly install a French drain or channel drains. Trenching is a construction method that involves digging a narrow trench in the ground for the installation, maintenance, or inspection of pipelines, conduits, utility lines or cables.
The area for drainage pipes is dug out and then lined with a specialized fabric and filled with gravel.
Catch Basin
A drainage solution for both streets and runoff areas on your property. A catch basin is, in other words, a storm drain. They're used to redirect water in an attempt to prevent flooding and are common on public streets, but may also be installed on private properties.
Catch basins collect rainwater or melted snow, transporting runoff to a sump, reservoir, or treatment facility.
Supporting and Related Drainage Solutions
Downspout and Downpipe Lines
Downspout lines provide a safe place for rainwater to run off to, away from your home's foundation.
They work with the gutter system to collect rainwater and funnel it away from the home's foundation, typically through underground pipes that often direct the water to a storm drain system or the street. A downspout can also be installed to connect to a rainwater barrel, as well.
Dry Wells
A dry well is a passive structure. Water flows through it under the influence of gravity. The source of water flowing into it is from a roof and the gutter downspout.
A dry well receives water from one or more entry pipes or channels at its top and discharges the same water through several small exit openings distributed over a larger surface area in the side(s) and bottom of the dry well.
Storm Drains
Storm drains are meant to collect rainwater as well as the runoff from roofs and landscaping. They are typical in the bases of slopes, hills, or the lowest spots of your property where water may pool.
If a storm drain becomes clogged with leaves or debris, excess water can flood the property. Their goal is to keep runoff away from your foundation or more high-traffic areas.
Professional Drainage Evaluation and Solutions
If you’re experiencing drainage issues around your home, it’s important to address them early to prevent water damage, foundation problems, and landscape erosion. Proper underground drainage helps direct water away from your home and protects your roofline, fascia, soffit, and foundation from long-term moisture damage.
No matter the issue, we’re confident at AGC Cincy that we have a great solution to solve any underground drainage issue you’re having and prevent any future damage to your home.
If you’re noticing any of the signs we mention, or simply want peace of mind, contact us today to request a free, no-obligation drainage inspection and estimate. We’ll evaluate your system and recommend the most effective solution to keep water moving safely away from your home.
Water pooling around your foundation after rain
Pooling water near your foundation is often a sign that drainage is not moving water far enough away from your home. Over time, this can lead to foundation stress, basement moisture issues, and structural damage if not addressed.
Overflowing or consistently clogged gutters and downspouts
When gutters and downspouts overflow, water is not being properly directed away from the roofline. This can contribute to fascia damage, soffit issues, and improper drainage around your home’s perimeter.
Damp basement walls, musty odors, or signs of moisture intrusion
Moisture in the basement or a persistent musty smell often indicates that water is finding its way inside due to poor exterior drainage. Left untreated, this can lead to mold growth and long-term interior damage.
Soil erosion or oversaturated landscaping near the home
If your landscaping is constantly soggy or washing away, it usually means water is not being properly diverted underground. This can weaken soil stability and eventually impact your home’s foundation and grading.