Landscape Drainage Repair & Installation

Drainage System Installations And Repairs
We install and repair landscape drainage systems

One of the keys to keeping your landscaping (and property) in good shape is ensuring you have proper drainage in place.  Drainage issues can cause premature erosion, property damage, damage to buildings and foundations, and they can be very expensive to repair.  Depending on what your drainage issues are there could be a number of ways to address the problem and solve it once and for all.

What Type Of Drainage Problem Do You Have?

• Is there water pooling up on your property?
• Does your property have soil erosion due to heavy rain?
• Do you have soft spots in your lawns or gardens?
• Do you have standing water around your foundation?
• Is your driveway or parking area a wet mess when it rains?

Without proper drainage in place your landscaping and lawn areas can be prone to flooding, it can drown out your expensive plants, erode away expensive hardscaping, and even cause damage to your structures and their foundations.

Superb Concepts is a landscaping contractor based out of Boardman, Ohio and serving Mahoning County and the surrounding area including Canfield, Boardman, Poland, Austintown, Columbiana, and Lake Milton.  We specialize in installing lawn and garden drainage systems including drainage swales, french drains, and more.  We offer real solutions for properties with a drainage or standing water problem. 

Many of our clients properties suffer from poor drainage or have drainage systems that just weren’t implemented correctly from the start which has led to significant erosion problems, water pooling, soft spots, and flooding in their lawns, gardens and landscapes.  We can help solve these problems by developing a solid plan for your property.

What Is A Drainage Swale?

A drainage swale is a shallow channel or depression that is designed to carry and manage stormwater runoff. It is typically found in landscaped areas, such as along the side of a road or where a culvert outflow is located.  Swales are used to intercept and convey excess water from storms or other sources to a drainage outlet, such as a storm drain or a natural waterway.

Drainage swales are often used as an alternative to traditional stormwater management systems, such as underground pipes, because they can be more visually appealing and have a variety of additional benefits, such as providing habitat for wildlife and helping to reduce erosion. Drainage swales are typically lined with river rock or with vegetation, such as grasses or native plants, which helps to filter pollutants and sediment from the water as it flows through the channel.

What Is A French Drain & Where Is It Used?

A French drain is a trench filled with gravel and perforated pipe, designed to redirect surface water and groundwater away from a specific area, such as a building's foundation or a landscape prone to excessive moisture. It functions by capturing water that enters the trench and allowing it to flow through the perforated pipes or gravel to a designated discharge point, such as a storm sewer or a dry well. This helps prevent waterlogging, soil erosion, and potential damage to structures and landscapes.

French drains are used in landscapes to address drainage issues, protect foundations from water damage, and prevent soggy lawns or gardens. They are especially useful in areas with poor soil drainage or properties located on slopes where water tends to accumulate. By effectively managing excess water, French drains can help maintain the health and appearance of your landscape, as well as the structural integrity of buildings and other structures nearby.

What About Downspout Installation To Improve Drainage?

If you have water pooling around your gutter downspouts this can be repaired by extending the downspout and re-routing the water to a different location.  The primary purpose of a downspout is to channel rainwater and melting snow from the gutters to a designated discharge point on the ground, preventing water damage to the building's structure and the surrounding landscape.

In a well-designed landscape drainage system, downspouts should be properly installed and maintained to ensure that water is effectively directed away from the foundation, reducing the risk of basement flooding, soil erosion, and water-related landscape issues.  To improve aesthetics downspouts can be discharged into rock gardens or dry creek beds to enhance the appearance of the landscaping while also adding functionality.