Drainage & Erosion Control

Culvert Installation

Culverts are essential for managing large volumes of water, typically placed under driveway entrances or roads where they cross a drainage ditch. Proper sizing is critical; a culvert that is too small will cause water to back up and wash out your driveway during a heavy North Carolina storm. We ensure your culvert is set at the correct grade to maintain flow and prevent sediment buildup.

Catch Basins

Catch basins are ideal if water is focused to one area, or multiple areas that are designed for the water to flow to. They come in either round or square from 3" up to 24"x24" and larger if needed. They sit slightly below the surface and allow water run off to go into the catch basin which is connected to a pipe underground that routes the water to an acceptable place for release, away from your structure. They can be installed in series, connected via pipe to cover larger areas. They include a grate to filter out large debris, ensuring your drainage pipes stay clear and functional for years to come.

Channel Drain or Trench Drains

Channel drains are used to capture surface water run-off in driveways, along garages and carports, or in larger slabs, parking areas that drianage might be difficult. They are a channel or U shaped with either plastic or metal removable grates on the top to aid in cleaning. The channel drain is placed in either concrete or asphalt and can be connected to each other to form longer runs as needed. They come in sizes from 1" up to several feet in width and connect to pipe under the surface that will eventually exit to daylight or a suitable are that the water can drain.

Downspout Drains

Roof runoff can be one of the biggest causes of foundation issues and basement leaks. We bury downspout lines using solid PVC or N-12 pipe to carry that water far away from your home’s foundation. By daylighting these pipes into a swale or storm drain, we eliminate the erosion caused by water pouring directly off your roof.

French Drains

French drains are a type of drainage system that are designed to redirect water away from a particular area. They are typically installed in areas where water tends to accumulate, such as around the foundation of a home or in a low-lying yard, around the perimeter.

The basic design of a French drain consists of a trench lined with a non-woven geotextile fabric, filled with gravel or rock and a perforated pipe that is placed at the bottom of the trench. The pipe is then covered with more gravel or rock, the geotextile fabric wrapped around, more gravel and the trench is either left open for an open french drain or covered with soil or sod. When water flows into the trench, it is absorbed by the gravel and directed into the perforated pipe. The pipe then carries the water away from the area and releases it at a designated location, such as a storm drain or a natural drainage area.

French drains can provide several benefits, including:

• 1. Reducing the risk of water damage: By redirecting water away from the foundation of a home or other structures, French drains can help to prevent water from seeping into basements or causing damage to walls and other structures.
• 2. Preventing soil erosion: French drains can help to prevent soil erosion by redirecting water away from sloping areas.
• 3. Improving the health of plants: By removing excess water from soil, French drains can help to prevent root rot and other plant diseases that are caused by overly wet conditions.
• 4. Enhancing the appearance of landscaping: French drains can be covered with decorative stone or other landscaping materials to create an attractive and functional feature in a yard or garden.

Berms

Drainage berms are raised mounds of soil that are constructed to redirect the flow of water away from a particular area. They are typically used in areas where water tends to accumulate, such as in lowlying yards or around the foundation of a home.

The basic design of a drainage berm consists of a raised mound of soil that is constructed in a shape that will divert water away from the area. The berm is typically built in a gentle slope that allows water to flow away from the area without causing erosion or other damage. The slope of the berm is typically lined with rocks, gravel, or other materials that help to slow down the flow of water and prevent it from washing away the soil.

Drainage berms can provide several benefits, including:

• 1. Reducing the risk of water damage: By redirecting water away from the foundation of a home or other structures, drainage berms can help to prevent water from seeping into basements or causing damage to walls and other structures.
• 2. Preventing soil erosion: Drainage berms can help to prevent soil erosion by redirecting water away from sloping areas.
• 3. Improving the health of plants: By removing excess water from soil, drainage berms can help to prevent root rot and other plant diseases that are caused by overly wet conditions.
• 4. Enhancing the appearance of landscaping: Drainage berms can be covered with decorative stone or other landscaping materials to create an attractive and functional feature in a yard or garden.
• 5. Cost-effective: Compared to other drainage systems, such as French drains or underground piping, drainage berms are often a more affordable option for redirecting water away from problem areas.

Swales

Drainage swales (or "swells") are shallow, broad channels that are designed to redirect surface water away from a particular area. They are typically used in areas where water tends to accumulate, such as in low-lying yards or along driveways.

The basic design of a drainage swale consists of a shallow depression in the ground that is lined with rocks, gravel, or other materials that help to slow down the flow of water and prevent erosion. The swale is typically designed to follow the natural slope of the land and to direct water towards a designated drainage area, such as a storm drain or a natural watercourse.

Drainage swales can provide several benefits, including:

• 1. Reducing the risk of water damage: By redirecting water away from the foundation of a home or other structures, drainage swales can help to prevent water from seeping into basements or causing damage to walls and other structures.
• 2. Preventing soil erosion: Drainage swales can help to prevent soil erosion by redirecting water away from sloping areas.
• 3. Improving the health of plants: By removing excess water from soil, drainage swales can help to prevent root rot and other plant diseases that are caused by overly wet conditions.
• 4. Enhancing the appearance of landscaping: Drainage swales can be covered with decorative stone or other landscaping materials to create an attractive and functional feature in a yard or garden.
• 5. Cost-effective: Compared to other drainage systems, such as French drains or underground piping, drainage swales are often a more affordable option for redirecting water away from problem areas.