French Drains
Underground drainage that eliminates standing water for good.
French drains are the gold standard for moving water away from wet yards, foundations, and low spots. We install properly graded, gravel-wrapped systems that keep water flowing where it belongs — and we restore your lawn like we were never there.
Everything covered under French Drains
Perforated Pipe Installation
Heavy-duty perforated pipe sized for your yard's water volume.
Gravel Trench Systems
Washed stone trenches with fabric wrap for long-term flow.
Yard & Foundation Drains
Perimeter drains that pull water away from foundations and low spots.
Sock-Wrapped Pipe Options
Sock-wrap where soil conditions require extra silt protection.
Sod Restoration
Fresh sod over the trench so your yard looks better than before.
Custom Trench Routing
Routing designed around trees, utilities, and grade.
Simple, honest process
Site Evaluation
We identify the water source, low points, and best discharge locations.
System Design
Trench routing, pipe sizing, and discharge plan you can approve up front.
Install & Restore
Trench, install, backfill, and finish with sod or seed.
Quick answers before you call.
Got a question we haven't answered? Text or call us anytime.
708-275-8972How long does an install take?
Most residential French drains are installed in 1–3 days.
Do you locate utilities?
Yes — we call JULIE and mark all utilities before we dig.
Do you warranty the work?
Yes. Workmanship warranty in writing on every drainage install.
Ready to get started on french drains?
Free on-site estimates. Real crews. Real answers. Serving Lockport and the Chicagoland southwest suburbs.
Or email us at Office@nickslandscapinginc.com