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Why Do Drains Back Up During Heavy Rain & How Can You Prevent It?

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Heavy rain can overwhelm drainage systems, leading to water backing up in yards, driveways, and parking areas. This often occurs when debris, sediment, or undersized drains restrict water flow, preventing the system from handling the volume of stormwater efficiently. Understanding why drains back up and how to prevent it is essential for homeowners and property […]

Durable Drainage for Rainwater – Case Study

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Modern drainage becoming a part of history with its installation at one of Scotland’s most famous castles.  SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR MANUFACTURING PARTNER, ULMA ARCHITECTURAL SOLUTIONS FOR ALLOWING US TO SHARE THEIR INFORMATIVE POST. ULMA Architectural provides drainage solutions for a variety of applications and is known throughout the drainage industry for their high-quality and […]

How To Prepare Your Trench Drains for Winter

Surface Water Runoff

As winter approaches, cleaning out drainage systems becomes crucial to protect your home from potential water damage and costly repairs. Proper drainage maintenance helps prevent clogged pipes, freezing and other common winter issues. By following these simple steps, you’ll help to ensure your drainage systems are ready to handle winter’s challenges, reducing the risk of […]

Kure Beach Dune Infiltration System

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An investigation in using the surrounding natural landscape to assist in ridding stormwater runoff of bacteria and creating a safe local swimming space.  SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR MANUFACTURING PARTNER, NDS® FOR ALLOWING US TO SHARE THEIR INFORMATIVE POST. NDS® (National Diversified Sales, Inc.) provides drainage solutions for a variety of applications and is known throughout the […]

Common Reasons Why Trench Drains Fail

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Trench drain systems can be a large, but important investment to any property. There are multiple facets to each project that help determine how and what drainage system to use. Fundamental mistakes are often made that cause a new installation of trench drain to fail. This happens when the entire scope of the project isn’t […]

Horse Barn Drain Install – Econodrain #4

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In this case, a drain was previously installed and deemed later to be inadequate for several reasons. The owners decided to replace the old drain with a product called Econodrain #4. This trench drain system is formed and utilizes a disposable foam mold to shape the channel in concrete. Using a trench forming system is […]

Trench Drains Defined

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Alternately called troughs, channels or gutters, trench drain systems play a large role in controlling and directing water runoff. They evacuate surface water, contain chemical spills, and even protect utility lines. A trench drain is generally made by pouring concrete around a form or modular channel and used in tandem with a variety of grating […]