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Drainage Tile Wrapped in Fabric Filter

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Drainage Tile Wrapped in Fabric Filter = Anti-Clog Foundation Drain

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Technical Description

A well-sealed foundation will help keep water from entering the home, but a footing drain tile helps complete the protection by carrying water away from the home to be safely discharged. The footing drain tile is made up of a perforated drain pipe wrapped in landscape fabric to stop the pipe from clogging with loose sediment. Drainage pipes may be purchased with pre-installed filters, or landscape fabric can be used to create a filter on site. Laying the drain pipe on a gravel bed and backfilling with gravel will help encourage good drainage.

Alternate Terms

Dry-by-Design Foundation Drainage
Anti-Clog Foundation Drain Technology
Professionally Installed Foundation Drainage

Anti-Clog Foundation Drain
Sales Message

Anti-clog foundation drains help drain water away from the perimeter footing. What this means to you is peace-of-mind knowing your home has a comprehensive set of measures that minimize the risk of water damage in your basement. Wouldn’t you agree every home should have full water protection?

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