How long does a French drain last?

A properly installed French drain with quality pipe, clean gravel, and filter fabric can function effectively for many years. Poor installation or skipped filter fabric can lead to clogging, which is why professional installation matters.

Will a French drain fix water in my basement or crawl space?

A French drain can help manage surface water that contributes to foundation moisture. For serious foundation water issues, we recommend a combined approach and may refer you to a foundation specialist if needed.

How deep is a French drain installed?

Depth depends on your property's grading, the water source, and the discharge point. We determine the correct depth and slope during your property evaluation to ensure water flows properly.

Do you install French drains in new construction neighborhoods?

Yes. We frequently install drainage solutions in growing communities like Nexton, Summers Corner, and Cane Bay where grading and soil settling can create drainage issues in newer yards.

French Drain Installation

Custom French drain systems that redirect standing water away from your lawn, foundation, and low-lying areas to protect your property from water damage.

French Drain Installation for Lowcountry Drainage Problems

Standing water in your yard is more than a nuisance—it can kill grass, damage plantings, attract pests, and threaten your home's foundation. Back Tees Irrigation & Landscape designs and installs French drain systems that collect and redirect excess water away from problem areas, helping your lawn recover and protecting your property from water damage.

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Newly installed French drain trench filled with clean gravel and a perforated pipe in a southern Lowcountry yard

How a French Drain Works

A French drain is a trench filled with gravel and containing a perforated pipe.

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Identifying the Right Drainage Solution

Not every drainage problem calls for a French drain.

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Lowcountry Drainage Challenges

The South Carolina Lowcountry combines flat terrain, sandy topsoil over dense clay or hardpan, and heavy seasonal rainfall.

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Professional Installation That Lasts

A French drain is only as effective as its installation.

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Available in These Lowcountry Communities

We provide french drain installation to homeowners throughout the South Carolina Lowcountry.

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Our French Drain Installation Process

Property Evaluation

We identify where water collects, how it flows, and what is causing the drainage problem.

Drainage Design

We design a French drain or combined solution with the right path, depth, slope, and discharge point.

Professional Installation

We excavate, install pipe and gravel with proper slope, and connect to a safe discharge outlet.

Surface Restoration

We restore the area above the drain with soil, sod, or mulch so your yard looks clean and finished.

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Locally owned and operated in the Lowcountry
Solutions customized to your property
Clear communication throughout your project
Serving Summerville, North Charleston, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner & surrounding Lowcountry

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions we hear most from Lowcountry homeowners.

Yes. French drains are one of the most effective solutions for collecting and redirecting water that pools in lawns, low spots, and near foundations. We evaluate your property to confirm it is the right approach.