Our 11 Steps to Repairing Perimeter Drains & Foundations

1. Obtain all necessary municipal permits to ensure the highest quality work and code-compliant results. Manage the municipal inspection process, taking the hassle off you.
2. Lay down plywood to minimize the impact of foot and wheelbarrow traffic on your yard. Excavated dirt and debris is placed on these sheets, preserving your lawn, garden, sidewalk and driveway. Using these sheets also makes cleanup more efficient and cost-effective.
3. All concrete, stairs, decks and plants are carefully removed by hand.
4. Dig a perimeter trench either by machine or hand, depending on the home owner’s preference and sensitivity for preserving landscaping.
5. Clean, inspect and repair the foundation as required. Apply a polypropylene damp-proofing treatment to protect your foundation from future leaks.
6. Install a PVC drain pipe system (or other municipal-code approved pipe), slope the pipe to ensure proper runoff, and install clean-outs for easy maintenance in future.
7. After municipal inspection, backfill the pipe with drain rock to ensure water percolates down, followed by properly graded and tamped fill, filter cloth, and fresh topsoil.
8. Replace previously removed concrete over a compacted gravel base and finish to home owner specifications.
9. Replace any decking, structures or plants previously removed.
10. Haul away excess dirt, concrete, and debris.
11. Rake, sweep and cleanup.

These are the 11 steps we'll take to repair perimeter drains and leaky foundation. If you need drainage Victoria BC service, get in touch with RainTek today.