Stormwater Management
Comprehensive drainage solutions to control and redirect rainwater across your property.
Best For
- Properties with multiple drainage issues
- Yards that flood during heavy rain
- New construction needing drainage planning
- Homes with grading or slope problems
- Long-term water management solutions
About Stormwater Management
Stormwater management is the umbrella term for all the ways we help homeowners control water on their property. When rain falls, it has to go somewhere—and without proper management, it often ends up pooling in yards, seeping into basements, or eroding landscaping.
We design and install complete stormwater systems that work together to capture, redirect, and safely discharge water away from your home. This might include French drains, buried downspouts, surface grading, catch basins, or a combination of solutions tailored to your property.
Good stormwater management protects your foundation, prevents erosion, and keeps your yard usable even after heavy rain. We look at the big picture—how water moves across your entire property—and create a plan that addresses the root cause of your drainage problems.
What's Included
- Comprehensive property assessment
- Water flow analysis and planning
- Custom drainage system design
- Installation of appropriate drainage components
- Grading adjustments as needed
- System testing and verification
- Maintenance recommendations
Our Process
How we approach stormwater management projects from start to finish.
Property Assessment
We walk your property to understand how water moves, where it collects, and what's causing the problems.
System Design
We create a drainage plan that addresses all the issues we found, using the right combination of solutions for your property.
Installation
We install the drainage components—which may include French drains, buried downspouts, catch basins, grading, or other solutions.
Testing & Walkthrough
We verify the system works as designed and walk you through how it manages water on your property.
Stormwater Management FAQs
Common questions about this service.
What's included in stormwater management?
It depends on your property. Stormwater management might include French drains, buried downspouts, surface grading, catch basins, dry wells, or channel drains. We assess your specific situation and recommend the right combination.
How is this different from just installing a French drain?
A French drain solves one specific problem. Stormwater management looks at the whole picture—how water enters your property, where it goes, and how to manage all of it. Sometimes a French drain is all you need; other times you need a more comprehensive approach.
Do I need a permit for drainage work?
Permit requirements vary by municipality. For most residential drainage work, permits aren't required, but we'll let you know if your project needs one.
Can you help with drainage for a new home or addition?
Yes. Planning drainage before or during construction is actually easier and more effective than fixing problems later. We can work with your builder or contractor to design proper drainage from the start.
How long does a stormwater management project take?
Timeline depends on the scope. A simple system might take 1-2 days; a comprehensive solution for a larger property could take a week or more. We'll give you a timeframe estimate after assessing your property.
Related Services
Other drainage solutions that might help with your property.
French Drains
Subsurface drainage systems that redirect water away from foundations and low areas.
Buried Gutter Downspouts
Underground downspout extensions that move roof water away from your foundation.
Sump Pump Discharge Drainage
Proper discharge lines to move sump pump water safely away from your home.
Ready to Discuss Stormwater Management?
Contact us to schedule a site visit. We'll evaluate your drainage situation and recommend the best approach for your property.