Q&A
Drain Tile Questions
- What is drain tile and how does it work?
- Drain tile is a drainage system designed to move excess water away from your home, foundation, or property. Perforated pipe is installed underground to collect water and direct it to a safe drainage area.
- How do I know if I need drain tile installed?
- Common signs include standing water or poor drainage around your property.
- Can drain tile help with standing water?
- Yes. Properly installed drain tile helps reduce water buildup and can greatly improve drainage issues.
- How long does drain tile installation take?
- 1-2 weeks depending on acreage and availability at that time.
- How deep is drain tile typically installed?
- Depth varies depending on the project, but drain tile is usually installed below the footing or in low areas where water collects.
- Does drain tile require maintenance?
- Drain tile systems generally require minimal maintenance, but periodic inspections and cleanouts can help ensure proper performance.
- Can drain tile be installed on existing properties?
- Yes. Drain tile can be installed on both new construction and with fields that already have existing tile.
- Will drain tile prevent flooding completely?
- Drain tile significantly reduces water problems, but no drainage system can guarantee complete flood prevention during extreme weather events.
Trenching Questions
- What is trenching used for?
- We use trenching to feed the tile at a certain depth on grade.
- How deep can you trench?
- Around 1 to 4 feet, 1 foot is not ideal but may have to be done in special cases.
- Do you trench for water, sewer, gas, and electrical lines?
- Water management
- How wide are trenches typically?
- Typically, 2 feet wide
- Do you backfill and restore the trench afterward?
- Yes, the trench is typically backfilled ASAP then later on closed with an implement.
- Is trenching safe around existing utilities?
- Yes. We follow proper locating procedures and use safe digging practices around underground utilities.
- What soil conditions affect trenching?
- Rock, clay, wet soil, and frozen ground can impact trenching difficulty and project timelines.