Glen Allen · Henrico · Greater Richmond

Drainage solutions in Glen Allen & Richmond, VA

Standing water, soggy lawns, washouts and water pooling against the foundation. Ross finds where the water is coming from and where it can go, then designs a fix that solves the problem instead of moving it next door. Every drainage job is evaluated and installed under his direct supervision.

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30+Years experience

OwnerSupervises every job

24–48 hrWritten estimate

Drain line being installed across a front lawn, with a Premier yard sign

What we fix

Water goes where it should

Richmond-area clay drains slowly, so small grading problems turn into big wet spots. Most yards need one or a combination of these.

French drains

Gravel and perforated pipe trenches that collect groundwater and carry it away from wet areas and foundations.

Downspout extensions

Underground lines that take roof water away from the house instead of dumping it at the foundation.

Dry creek beds

Stone channels that move water through the yard and look like a natural landscape feature when it's dry.

Grading & swales

Reshaping the ground and building stone-lined swales so surface water flows away from the house.

Standing water & soggy lawns

Diagnosing low spots and wet areas, then fixing the cause before restoring the lawn.

Drainage with new projects

Solving water problems before planting beds or patios go in, so the new work isn't ruined by the next storm.

Done right

Find the cause, then fix it

Water problems rarely start where they show up. The fix depends on where the water comes from: the roof, a slope, a neighbor's yard or soil that won't drain.

Water path traced from roof, slopes and neighboring lots
Solutions sized for slow-draining Virginia clay
Outlets placed where water can actually go
Drainage coordinated with plantings and hardscapes
Lawn and beds restored after installation
Ross supervises every installation

Natural stone channel carrying water through a wooded yard

Recent work

Drainage work in progress & finished

Drain line trench between two homes, with sod cut and stacked for replacement and plywood protecting the lawn — Drain line between homes: sod saved, lawn protected

Crew digging a French drain trench beside a new planting bed, with filter fabric laid out and lawn protected by plywood — French drain beside a new planting bed

Downspout connected to two underground drain lines joined with a Y fitting, with the sod cut back cleanly — Downspouts tied into underground lines

Catch basin and several drain lines in a fabric-lined trench running through a side yard toward the street — Catch basin and drain run to the street

Black drain pipe with filter sock laid in a long curving trench across a backyard lawn — Drain pipe going in across a backyard

From a client

Fixed for good

We had standing water issues for years. Ross diagnosed the problem immediately, installed a French drain, and we haven't had a single issue since. Professional, clean, and on time every day.Shu-Fen K., Chesterfield, VA · Google review

How it works

Simple process, owner on every job

Free consultation

Ross walks the property with you, looks at where water collects and traces where it's coming from.

Written estimate

A detailed, itemized estimate within 24–48 hours, with the fix explained in plain terms.

Installation

Our crew installs the solution under Ross's direct supervision and keeps the site clean every day.

Restore & walkthrough

We restore the lawn and beds, then Ross walks the finished work with you.

Questions

Drainage FAQ

Will a French drain fix my wet yard?

Sometimes, but not always. A French drain is the right fix for groundwater and some wet low spots. Surface runoff is often better solved with grading, a swale or a dry creek bed, and roof water with downspout extensions. Ross figures out which one your yard needs before recommending anything.

Can you tie in my downspouts?

Yes. Extending downspouts underground and away from the foundation is one of the most common and effective fixes we install.

Can a drainage fix look good too?

Yes. Dry creek beds and stone-lined swales handle water and work as landscape features, and we replant around them when the job is done.

How fast will I get an estimate?

After the free consultation, you'll get a detailed, itemized written estimate within 24–48 hours.

Service area

Fixing drainage across Greater Richmond

Based in Glen Allen, we work for homeowners throughout the Richmond metro.

Glen AllenHenricoShort PumpRichmondChesterfieldMidlothianGoochlandHanover

Why Premier

The difference is in the details

Detailed, HOA-ready proposals

Every proposal is itemized and transparent, with each plant, material and labor charge spelled out. It's built to go straight to your HOA, so approval is one less thing to worry about.

Communication you can count on

Ross is your contact from the first call to the final walkthrough. You'll always know what's happening, when, and why. No chasing anyone down.

Workmanship a cut above

Clean lines, crisp edges, plants set at the right depth and work built to last. The details are what you notice for years after we leave.