Drainage Solutions
Bend, Oregon

We start every drainage project with a thorough site assessment — identifying where water enters, where it pools, and where it needs to go. Many drainage problems in Central Oregon stem from improper grading during original construction, or from irrigation systems that deliver more water than the region's clay-heavy soils can absorb. We map water flow across your entire property before recommending a solution, because treating a symptom without understanding the source leads to recurring problems.

• Site assessment and water flow mapping
• Soil percolation testing
• Grading analysis and correction planning
• Integration with existing irrigation and landscape

A French drain is a perforated pipe surrounded by gravel that intercepts groundwater or surface runoff and redirects it to a safe discharge point — a drywell, street, or lower area of your property. Properly installed, a French drain is invisible in the landscape and lasts for decades with minimal maintenance.

We size and route French drain systems based on your site's specific water volume and soil conditions. Central Oregon's clay-heavy soils require careful attention to pipe sizing and gravel selection — an undersized system will back up during heavy irrigation or spring snowmelt.

Dry creek beds solve drainage problems while adding a natural, attractive landscape feature. We design creek beds using locally sourced river rock and basalt that look like they belong in the Central Oregon landscape — because they do. A well-designed dry creek bed handles significant water volume during rain events while remaining a beautiful landscape element year-round.

Surface channel drains and catch basins are used where concentrated water flow requires a more engineered solution, such as driveway aprons, patio edges, and downspout discharge areas. We match the drain style and grate material to your existing hardscape for a seamless appearance.

Water pooling near your foundation is one of the most damaging and expensive problems a homeowner can face. We correct negative grade — ground that slopes toward the house instead of away from it — install window well drains, and route downspout extensions to keep water moving away from your structure. Addressing foundation drainage proactively is far less expensive than dealing with moisture intrusion, mold, or structural damage later.

• Negative grade correction and re-grading
• Downspout extension and discharge routing
• Window well drain installation
• Sump pump discharge management