Imagine this: your grandfather’s drain project took weeks of enormous trenches encircling the house, ruined landscaping, and constant disruption. The present day is far from that. In cases where a whole perimeter drain replacement is needed for a house, contemporary technology brings the job more efficiently, less intrusive, and more thoroughly than ever. Guesswork and excessive destruction are things of the past.
The initial innovation in contemporary perimeter drain replacement begins with high-definition, self-leveling sewer cameras. These aren’t your typical surveillance cameras. These specialized waterproof cameras are pushed into the drainage system to give technicians a live image of the inside conditions.
The camera shows it all. Clogs are apparent. Cracks become evident. Root intrusion is seen in shocking detail. Pipe collapse is charted accurately. This removes all guessing from the diagnostic process.
For homeowners, this technology results in no unnecessary excavation. Time is saved. Money remains in your pocket. Your landscaping is intact. The camera gives a clear diagnosis and enables professionals to design a targeted, strategic replacement plan that only addresses the areas which truly require it.
Although some digging is inevitable with perimeter drain replacement, technology has transformed the way this job is accomplished. Compact excavators are lighter and more mobile than earlier models. They cause much less disturbance to your property.
When it comes to sensitive areas, Hydro-excavation is the modern method to go with! An amazing high-pressure water excavation method combined with a heavy-duty suction system allowing for safe-excavation in and around delicate underground utilities such as gas lines, water pipes, electrical cables.
Traditional excavation methods create dangerous and costly utility strikes. Hydro-excavation eliminates these mishaps completely. Residents enjoy significantly lower risk, neater worksites, and minimal lawn damage, garden damage, and path destruction. The difference to old-fashioned, big-scale excavation techniques is staggering.
Contemporary perimeter drain replacement is based on advanced materials that perform by decades more than the older systems. The days of cracking, brittle clay or concrete tiles are gone. Present-day installations employ new PVC piping that resists cracking and root intrusion much better than its traditional counterparts.
The magic bullet is geotextile filter fabric. This man-made membrane is wrapped around fresh pipes and drainage gravel when being installed. It is a high-tech filter system.
This drainage material provides an open passageway for water into the drain but prevents silt, sand, and roots from going into the system. It does not allow the clogs that ruined the original drainage system. The method of installation ensures efficient flow of water with debris remaining out.
For homeowners, this equates to a much-extended lifespan for their new drainage system. Performance is much improved with time. Peace of mind comes with the assurance that the underlying cause of the initial failure has been treated adequately with contemporary measures.
Technology has thoroughly transformed the perimeter drain replacement process. Camera inspections cut down on guesswork. Excavation techniques reduce disruption. Superb materials guarantee extended performance. This technology, in the hands of professional personnel, ensures the job is done right the first time.
At West Coast Drainage, we are committed to utilizing the latest technology to offer our customers the most efficient and least intrusive drainage options. If you think your home requires a perimeter drain replacement, call us today to find out how our contemporary solution can safeguard your property for decades to come.
