Backyard Drainage

Solve Back Yard Drainage Troubles With Expert Drain Plumbers

Poor drainage can ruin your landscaping and cause waterlogging. Waterlogging is a huge problem for many homeowners, as it can quickly ruin lawns and gardens. Not only is this a huge hassle, but it can also be very expensive to fix.

With the installation of backyard drainage systems, you can avoid these problems altogether. Our skilled professional plumbers can help you select and install the perfect drainage system for your needs, so you can rest easy knowing that your property is protected. Contact GRH Plumbing today to fix your backyard drainage problems ASAP!

Backyard Drainage Solutions in Sydney

A backyard drainage system is a perfect solution to the problem of waterlogging. Our skilled professionals can help you install the perfect backyard drainage system for your needs, so you can avoid waterlogging and keep your yard looking beautiful. Drains can be used to channel rainwater or groundwater away from your property. 

A variety of backyard drains can be installed in the yard to prevent flooding. At GRH Plumbing we provide the installation of surface and subsurface drains. Our drainage solutions include different types of drains like:

• French Drains
• Channel Drains
• Swales
• Spoon Drains
• Agricultural Drains
• Stormwater Drains & Stormwater Pits

These are some of the best landscape drainage systems and can keep your garden protected from waterlogging. Let's look at them in more detail.

French Drains

A French drain is a smart and efficient way to divert excess water away from your yard and foundation. Here's how it works:

Trench: Our drainage plumbers strategically dig a trench in the affected areas of your yard

Perforated Pipe: A perforated pipe is laid within the trench, allowing water to seep inside

Gravel: We surround the pipe with gravel, enhancing water flow and filtration.

The French drain directs water to a safe dispersal point, such as a lower area of your property or a stormwater drain system and voila, no more garden drainage issues!

Trench Drains or Channel Drains

Trench drain installations, also known as channel drains, provide a surface level solution for managing problems with drainage in garden. Here's how they work:

Channel: Our drainage plumber installs a prefabricated channel or trench in the areas experiencing drainage issues

Grates: Durable grates cover the channel, preventing debris from entering while allowing water to flow through

Underground Piping: The trench drain connects to underground piping that directs the collected water away from your yard

Discharge: Water is safely discharged into a designated area, such as a lower part of your land or storm water drains.

Swales

Swales offer more natural garden drains to redirect water and improve backyard drainage. Here's how they work:

Shallow Channel: We create a shallow, gently sloping channel in your yard where water accumulates

Landscaping: The swale can be lined with grasses, plants, or rocks to enhance its visual appeal and improve water absorption

Slope: The swale's slope guides water towards a designated area, such as a garden bed or lower part of your property

Infiltration: As water flows through the swale, it naturally soaks into the ground, reducing runoff and preventing pooling.

Spoon Drains

Spoon drains provide a practical and efficient way to move surface water away from problem areas in your backyard. Here's how they work:

Shallow Concrete Channel: We installs a shallow, concave concrete channel where water tends to collect. The shape resembles a spoon, hence the name.

Slope: The spoon drain is designed with a gentle slope to guide water flow

Discharge: Water travels down the spoon drain and is directed to a safe discharge point, such as a lower area of your yard or the storm drains.

Agricultural Drains

Agricultural drain installations (also known as AG Drains) offer a solution for removing excess water beneath the surface of your yard. Here's how they work:

Trench: Our plumbers dig a trench in the waterlogged area

Perforated Pipe: A slotted, perforated pipe is laid in the trench

Gravel: The pipe is surrounded by gravel to improve water flow and filtration

Fabric (optional): Landscape fabric may be added to prevent soil from clogging the system

Dispersal: The agricultural drain carries water away to a safe dispersal point, like a lower area of your property or storm drains.

Important Note: Agricultural drains should be considered when surface drainage methods, like swales or spoon drains, are not sufficient to address underlying soil moisture issues.

Stormwater Drains and Stormwater Pits

Stormwater drains and stormwater pits are designed to handle large volumes of water during heavy rains, preventing flooding and erosion in your backyard. Here's how they work together:

Stormwater Drains: These are the grates you see on outdoor drains at the side of roads or in low-lying areas of your property. They collect rainwater and surface runoff, directing it into underground pipes.

Stormwater Pits: These underground chambers are connected to the stormwater drainage pipes. They temporarily store excess water and help filter out debris before the water is released.

Controlled Release: Stormwater pits manage water discharge, gradually releasing it into a designated area or the main stormwater system.

GRH Plumbing can install and maintain stormwater drains and pits to ensure your backyard is protected from the impact of heavy downpours.

Discuss your requirements with our plumbers and we will be happy to advise you on the system best suited for your property.

Do You Maintain Your Backyard Drains?

One of the most common problems lawns may have is standing water. The water doesn’t drain away easily after rain. Standing water can cause a lot of problems like mozzie infestation, damage to the garden and building structure. Waterlogging can kill grass, plants and ruin your perfectly landscaped garden.

Leaves, rocks and branches can flow through the drain grate and clog the system. Regular maintenance of drains is essential to stop backyard drainage problems. 

GRH Plumbing is here to help you with high quality drainage solutions. Whether you have a blocked stormwater drain or you need cleaning for your french drain, we are here to assist.

Local Backyard Drainage Plumber Sydney

GRH Plumbing's specialised drainage plumbers take the stress out of backyard drainage issues. We offer comprehensive backyard stormwater drainage and garden drainage solutions throughout Sydney. Contact us now at 0407 121 316 or book your service online.