Drainage

We provide complete drainage system solutions designed to protect your property from water damage and poor runoff. Our team carefully assesses your landscape to create an efficient system that directs water away from critical areas. We focus on long-term performance to prevent recurring issues. Using high-quality materials, we ensure durability and reliability. Each system is customized to suit your property’s unique needs. We handle everything from design to installation with precision. Our solutions help maintain soil stability and structural safety. We work efficiently while minimizing disruption to your space. Proper drainage improves both functionality and property value. Trust us to deliver dependable results that last.

Downspout Piping
Drain Grates
French Drains
Trench Drains
Dry Riverbeds
Channel Drains
External Sump Pumps
Pool Drainage
Swales & Berms
Road Culvert Piping

Our Drainage Systems & Solutions

Downspout Piping

We use PVC for piping downspouts underground to ensure water is captured and transported to where you want on your property, for decades. Moreover, we install PVC downspout cleanout connections on every downspout for easy access and cleaning. “Freeze Stops” connections are installed at each sump pump discharge to allow sump pumps to flow, even during the harshest winter weather freezing conditions. Especially, we have the expert downspout drainage options you’ve been searching for!

Drain Grates

The Drain grates are an ideal solution for capturing surface water that’s accumulating and causing a nuisance or a property flooding situation. Especially, we have drainage grate installation for lawn areas, patios, foundations, sidewalks, driveways and many more. Moreover, our drainage grates range in size from 4 inch round atrium drains all the way up to 4 foot parking lot drains.

French Drains

Our professional french drain installations are the best in the business. We only use PVC piping internally and we build them to the size needed for the surface area or sub-surface area watershed. Moreover, our French drains range from 1 foot wide x 1.5 feet deep all the way up to 4 feet wide x 4 feet deep (or larger). So, the best part is, when you call us for french drain system installation in St. Louis, we solve your water problem and we guarantee it.

Trench Drains

The Trench drains, also known as “Exposed French Drainage Systems Installation” is the ideal solution for an area where there’s high flow water and a long area that needs drained. Moreover, another benefit of a trench drain is that they can capture sub-surface water as well because the sub-grade portion of the trench drain acts as a french drain allowing water in the soil to drain into the trench drain piping. So, trench drains are a great option for a yard drainage system.

Dry Well Drainage Systems

The Dry well systems are underground structures designed to store water and gradually infiltrate the water into the ground.

In theory, dry wells provide significant stormwater infiltration capacity in a relatively small footprint. So, the challenge in St. Louis, Missouri is the high clay content in the soil… oftentimes this limits the effectiveness of the systems. We recommend always having overflows on dry well systems. Overflows can include a simple pipe installed to a lower elevation, or an external pumping system to pump off excess water during rainy months.

Moreover, our crews build dry wells from scratch and we also install the patented NDS Flo-Well® Engineered Dry Well systems.

Permeable Pavement

The Permeable paving helps to protect sewer system loads by delaying surge flow during heavy rain events while also filtering the water prior to entry into the sewer systems. Moreover, these sustainable drainage systems have a positive impact on water quality. Paved surfaces for both pedestrians and vehicles can be made of porous materials that enables stormwater to flow through the material. So, we also install nonporous blocks that are spaced so water can flow between the blocks. The key to a long-term successful permeable pavement project is the subsurface drainage system (below the pavement) and the system components / design, etc.

Channel Drains

The Channel drains are used for draining hard surface areas such as pool decks, parking lots, sidewalks, patios, driveways, etc. So, we can install any type of channel drain ranging from a 2″ channel drain on a pool deck to a large channel drain running across a parking lot or municipal street. Moreover, channel drains are a common component of drainage systems in St. Louis MO.

External Sump Pumps

The External sump pumps are sometimes necessary when the grade is such that water cannot be drained using gravity or utilizing an existing storm sewer. So, in these situations, we have the technology and skillset to install a reliable sump pump system on the exterior of your home or business. We only recommend external sump pumps when there is no other option for water relocation.

Dry Creek Beds

Stormwater control is typically not a beautiful thing… why not add a decorative dry creek bed to make your water control more of a landscaping feature? So, we have the access and the skill to source and install the best decorative rock, boulders and plantings to make your dry river bed for drainage a beautiful focal point on your property.

Window Well Drainage

The Window Wells are commonly used on basement windows. Due to these windows typically being positioned lower than the surface grade, this is a perfect place for water to accumulate. So, once it accumulates, the water either seeps through the window frame or down the exterior foundation wall and then breaches the foundation footing leading to water in the basement. Moreover, not only do we have basement window well drainage solutions to capture the water, we have new window well solutions ranging from heavy duty plastic to decorative stone or block. Contact us for your professional window well drainage system installation today!

Pool Drainage

The pool area drainage issues are common. Water typically accumulates around the area and causes issues to the integrity of the pool. Moreover, we all know that major repairs to a pool can be extremely costly, ongoing, and inconvenient to those that want to enjoy the pool. So, the good news is that we have pool drainage solutions for pool deck surface water, routing backwash discharge lines to ideal locations, subsurface water removal, external sump pump systems, etc.

Swales & Berms

Swales and berms are common components of yard drainage installation projects. Moreover, these methods are used to direct water flow by creating a smooth trough (swale) or raised area (berm or sometimes spelled burm) to control and direct water flow. So, our yard grading experts determine the yard level of the grade that needs to be achieved and then utilizes specialized grading equipment to make the swale grading or berm creation a success.

Road Culvert Piping

Many roads, highways, driveways, railways, etc. have pipes under them to carry water from one side to the other. These are called culvert pipes. Culvert pipes must be large enough to handle the amount of water flowing through the area and must be strong enough to support heavy traffic loads. Contact us for professional culvert installations today!

Why Choose Us

Choosing North Shore Drainage means partnering with a team that values quality, reliability, and long-term results. We bring years of hands-on experience in handling all types of drainage and water management challenges. Our approach focuses on identifying the root cause of issues to provide effective and lasting solutions. We use proven techniques along with modern equipment to ensure precision in every project we complete. Customer satisfaction is at the core of everything we do, and we work closely with you to meet your specific needs. Our team is committed to delivering projects on time without compromising on workmanship. We maintain clear communication throughout the process so you’re always informed and confident. Every service we provide is designed to enhance the durability and functionality of your property. We take pride in offering dependable solutions that stand up to changing weather conditions. With us, you get a trusted partner dedicated to protecting your property and delivering results you can count on.

Our Process

4 step working process

Consultation & Site Evaluation

We begin by understanding your concerns and conducting a detailed inspection of your property to identify the root cause of the issue.

Customized Planning

Our team designs a tailored solution based on your specific drainage needs, ensuring efficiency, durability, and cost-effectiveness.

Professional Execution

Using the right tools and proven techniques, we carry out the work with precision while maintaining high-quality standards.

Final Inspection & Assurance

We thoroughly check the completed work to ensure everything functions perfectly and provide you with peace of mind and long-lasting results.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I need a drainage solution for my property?

If you notice standing water, soil erosion, basement leaks, or water pooling near your foundation, it’s a clear sign that your property may need a professional drainage solution.

How long does a typical drainage project take?

The timeline depends on the size and complexity of the project, but most residential drainage solutions can be completed within a few days to a week.

Do you offer customized drainage solutions?

Yes, we assess each property individually and design tailored solutions to meet your specific needs, ensuring effective and long-lasting results.

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