French Drain

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's drained downward to so that drainage is smooth. French Drains are often used when homeowners have issues with rain water 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.