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Drainage pipes and catch basins installed beneath a paver patio

Drainage Solutions

Standing water, soggy yards, and wet foundations solved at the source. From French drains in Arlington backyards to regrading in Spotsylvania, we find where the water comes from and build the system that moves it away for good.

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Scope of Work

What We Do

  • French drains
  • Channel & trench drains
  • Catch basins
  • Downspout extensions & burial
  • Yard regrading
  • Erosion control & dry creek beds

How We Work

Our Process

  1. 01

    Assess

    We trace where the water comes from and where it pools, roof, slope, neighboring lots, before recommending anything. The fix has to match the cause.

  2. 02

    Prep & grade

    Trenching, grading, and base work laid out so gravity does the job: water always has somewhere downhill to go.

  3. 03

    Install

    Drains, basins, pipe, and stone installed with proper slope, filter fabric, and clean-outs, a system, not a band-aid.

  4. 04

    Clean up & walkthrough

    Sod and surfaces restored, site cleaned, and a walkthrough so you know exactly where your water goes from now on.

The JGaskins Difference

Why It Matters

Water is the most expensive problem on your property, it cracks pavement, kills lawns, floods basements, and undermines foundations. Solving it at the source costs a fraction of repairing the damage it causes. Drainage isn't a side service for us; it's in our name.

On the Job

Drainage Solutions Photos

Drainage pipes and catch basins installed beneath a paver patio
Gravel-filled French drain trench
Metal catch basin grate collecting surface water
Drainage pipe laid in an excavated trench
Dry creek bed of river stone for yard drainage

Good Questions

FAQ

How much does drainage work cost?

Every job starts with a free on-site assessment. A downspout extension is a small job; a full French drain system is a bigger one. We'll diagnose the actual source of your water problem and quote only what's needed to fix it.

How long does a drainage installation take?

Most residential drainage systems are installed in one to three days. Larger regrading projects can take longer, we'll give you a timeline with your estimate.

How long do French drains and catch basins last?

A properly built French drain (correct slope, washed stone, filter fabric) lasts decades. Basins and grates need occasional debris clearing, which takes minutes. We'll show you the simple maintenance during the walkthrough.

Will a French drain fix my wet basement?

Often, yes. If the water is coming from surface runoff or saturated soil against the foundation. If the problem starts below grade, you may need exterior waterproofing as well. We assess both and tell you honestly which one your house needs.

Standing water after every storm? Call for a free drainage assessment.

Call Today for a FREE Estimate!

(540) 642-7782