Reliable French Drain Installation in Westchester, NY

What is a French Drain?

A French drain is a trench filled with gravel and a perforated pipe that diverts water away from buildings. It is one of the most powerful methods to control groundwater, surface runoff, and rain. This is the system that Westchester homeowners and business owners rely on to protect their properties.

A properly situated French Drain will:

• Prevent basement flooding: Water is not absorbed into the basement and remains where it can be picked up and pumped out.
• End backbreaking work to get a pretty lawn: The backyard isn’t for most people, and this eliminates the endless weeding, spreading of chemical fertilizers, and watering just to have a dry, dead spot.
• Prevent foundation water damage: Prevent cracking, shifting, and settling issues in your home.
• Long-term groundwater control: Keeps water flowing away from your property for years.

Due to Westchester’s combination of clay-rich soils and older homes with antiquated drainage systems, French drains continue to be one of the most effective options for the long-term protection of your property.

French Drain Systems We Install

We understand that all homes are not the same, and so we have a variety of French drain systems we may use. If you’ve got water in the basement, at the foundation, or anywhere on your property, we have the perfect system.

Our drainage services include:

• Interior French Drain Installation: Is installed inside basements or crawl spaces to prevent water from making its way inside and redirect it away from flooring, walls, and possessions.
• Outside French Drains: Installed outside the foundation to direct water away from the house and basement, and to shield landscaping.
• Basement French Drain Installation: Lowers hydrostatic pressure against basement walls and floors, which is a common problem in older houses.
• Yard French Drain: Removes pooling water and gives your grass a healthy drainage system.
• Perimeter foundation drains: Constructed around the home to safely carry groundwater away and defend your investment.

We also use geotextile fabric, a layer of gravel, and catch basins in all of our systems for better efficiency and a longer lifespan. These pieces help to keep pipes clean and allow for a good flow of water in all months.

Installation Process

If you want us to install a French drain for you at Joseph Bulfamante & Son, you can rest assured that you will have a system in place that is designed to be both effective

1. Site Consultation & Evaluation: Our drainage professionals will examine your grading, soil type, current drainage situation, and your water issue. This is to make sure the right system is selected.
2. System Design: We design a customized drainage solution that takes into account water flow and landscaping requirements.
3. Excavation and Trenching: Pits are dug to specific depths and pitches to channel water flow without causing water to puddle.
4. Pipe & Fabric Installation: We lay top-grade perforated pipes, gravel, and protective fabric for years of trouble-free, state-of-the-art drainage.
5. Backfill and Finish: We backfill and finish your lawn or any landscape, taking great care to leave as little trace as possible.

We are confident that we can keep your system up and running, causing you as little disruption as possible, while achieving the best results for us. Together, we will provide you with an invisible system on your property that will waterproof it for good.

The Advantages of French Drains 

In Westchester, drainage is not a luxury; it is a necessity. There’s also heavy periodic rainfall, clay-rich soils, older homes, and the potential for water problems; and with that, the need to manage water.

A few things French drains protect against:

• Poor drainage in clay soils: The area’s heavy clay soils are often unable to drain sufficiently and cause recurring water buildup.
• Heavy seasonal rains: Both spring and fall will offer up their share of heavy rains and without drainage, your property can be prone to flooding.
• Older foundations and basements: Many houses in New Rochelle, Larchmont, and Scarsdale were constructed before decades-old drainage codes, potentially leaving them vulnerable.

When installing a French drain, you not only protect your home from costly water damage but also add value and livability to your property.