Windsor & Essex County Yard Water Solutions
Tired of soggy lawns, standing water, or wet basements?
Dry Yard Drainage is Windsor-Essex’s dedicated residential drainage division. We design and install professional French drains, flow-well systems, downspout extensions, grading corrections, and backyard water remediation solutions tailored to local clay soils and heavy rainfall patterns.
We fix:
We install:
Re-grading & soil correction
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Dry Yard Drainage — What We Fix
Solving Windsor-Essex’s Most Common Yard Water Problems**
Homeowners across Windsor-Essex deal with the same frustrating issues every year: soggy lawns, standing water after storms, basement leaks, and downspouts dumping water beside the foundation.
Dry Yard Drainage exists for one purpose — to fix the water problems that make your yard unusable.
Below is a simple breakdown of the top problems we solve every week, how we fix them, and why homeowners choose a dedicated drainage specialist.
1. Soggy or Wet Lawns
The problem:
After rain, your grass stays soft, spongey, or muddy for days. You get soaked shoes when mowing, and your dog tracks mud into the house.
Why it happens in Windsor-Essex:
Clay-heavy soil that drains slowly
Flat subdivision lots with nowhere for water to go
Compacted lawn from years of use
How we fix it:
Install hidden dry wells or flow-wells to collect excess water
Create proper grading so the lawn sheds water
Move downspouts far away from the wet areas
Add underground drainage to lower the water table in that zone
Typical result:
A lawn you can walk on the next day — not 5 days later.
2. Standing Water in Backyards
The problem:
Water forms a large puddle or “mini pond” every time it rains. It can take days to disappear.
Why it happens:
Low spot in the yard (common near fences)
No drainage outlet to the front yard
Soil saturation due to high rainfall patterns
How we fix it:
Install subsurface detention systems (NDS Flo-Wells or equivalent)
Create a dry well field or underground reservoir
Add catch basins to capture surface water
Design an overflow path for the heaviest storms
Typical result:
A backyard that stops acting like a bowl and finally drains properly.
3. Downspouts Dumping Water at the Foundation
The problem:
Your eavestroughs push hundreds of gallons of water right beside your basement wall, causing:
Foundation leaks
Musty basements
Settlement around the home
How we fix it:
Extend downspouts underground 10–30 ft
Install pop-ups or outlet points far from the home
Use leaf filters to keep the system flowing
Tie multiple downspouts into one clean, reliable line
Typical result:
A dry foundation, fewer leaks, and peace of mind during rainfall.
4. Water Flowing Toward the House / Negative Grading
The problem:
Your yard slopes into your house instead of away from it — sometimes due to settling or previous landscaping.
How we fix it:
Re-grade the soil so the home is protected
Install French drains to intercept water
Repair or re-set paver surfaces to create proper drainage slopes
Typical result:
Rainwater moves away from the house the way it should — not toward it.
5. Soil Erosion, Washed-Out Gardens & Water Pooling on Walkways
The problem:
Water runs across your yard too quickly, creating ruts, washing mulch away, or pooling on your patio.
How we fix it:
Install collection basins or trench drains
Redirect runoff away from gardens and patios
Tune the slope to balance infiltration and movement
Typical result:
A clean, well-draining yard with no mess after storms.
6. High Water Table Pockets + Slow Drainage in Clay Soil
The problem:
Windsor-Essex’s clay soil holds water much longer than sandy regions.
How we fix it:
Create reservoir-style dry wells
Use perforated pipe to lower the water table in targeted zones
Add engineered backfill (3/4” clear stone) to help water percolate
Typical result:
A yard that behaves like it has better soil — even if it doesn’t.
Benefits to Choosing Us
We specialize ONLY in drainage solutions — not as a side-service.
Simple pricing & clear packages
Fast diagnosis using photos & Google Earth
Low-impact equipment & careful access
Solutions designed specifically for Windsor-Essex soil and weather
Call Dry Yard Drainage
Take back your yard. Stop the mud. Stop the flooding. Start enjoying your property again.
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What is a French drain and how does it work?
A French drain is a gravel-filled trench with a perforated pipe that collects excess water and redirects it away from your yard or foundation. It relieves water pressure and prevents pooling, flooding, and soil saturation. That is a traditional French Drain. Our French Drains have slight variations to increase performance-we may install 2-4 perforated pipes to increase to volume of water that our drain can handle as well as making sure the pipes still function if any sediment infiltrates. We always make sure to install filter fabric to trench to ensure that native soil does not compromise the French Drain system.
Do I need a French drain if my basement isn’t flooding?
Yes. Standing water in the yard, soggy soil, or water collecting near the foundation are early warning signs. Installing drainage early can prevent future basement leaks and foundation damage.
Is yard drainage better than just regrading?
Regrading can help in some cases, but it often isn’t enough on its own. Proper drainage systems move water away permanently, while grading alone may only delay the problem. In many instances grading can actually make the situation worse. Building up low points in the yard where water pools will simply “chase” or “push” the water towards your foundation or a neighbors yard. Low points in the yard where water sits can be useful in our drainage designs as this is natural “collection” point where a catch basin can be installed and used to capture and move water to a discharge or storage area. If these low points are filled in the water may be dispersed around the entire yard and a more comprehensive and expensive system will be needed.
How long does a drainage system last?
When installed correctly with proper materials and slope, a drainage system can last decades with little to no maintenance.
How do I know where the water problem is coming from?
Every property is different. We assess soil conditions, slope, runoff paths, and foundation areas to identify the source before recommending a solution.
French Drain Cost In Windsor-Essex
How much does a French drain cost in Windsor, Ontario?
Most French drain installations in Windsor range from $2,500 to $8,000+.
The final cost depends on the length of the drain, soil conditions (heavy clay is common in Windsor), access, and where the water can be discharged. Homes that require longer runs, sump connections, or deeper excavation may cost more. A site visit is the best way to determine an accurate price.