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What is a French Drain

What is a French Drain? A French drain can be used to help solve a wet basement problem. While all by itself it cannot solve all of the problems, it can be one of the tools to solve some problems. So you’re probably wondering what is a French drain, how a French drain works, and how will it help you?

Ironically the French drain system was not originally constructed to solve water problems around foundations. A farmer in Concord, MA developed the idea of this type of drainage for farming. His name was Henry French, and thus the term “French Drain” was born. This simple concept has remained virtually unchanged since it’s conception in 1859.

The French drain system is begun by digging a trench about six inches wide and 2 feet deep that slopes away from your foundation. Then fill the trench with clay, gravel or a porous pipe (with gravel over the pipe). The trench must slope away from the foundation so that the surface water can drain away. Terminate the trench to a distant area of your yard or even better into a city storm drainage system. Local building codes must be consulted to determine the correct way to terminate the French drain.

So, this will solve surface water problems in your yard, but what about other water issues that can cause a wet basement? Since every home is different, the best thing to do is consult with a professional waterproofing contractor who can inspect your home and help you choose a complete system solution for keeping your basement dry. And now you know how a French drain works.

 


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