Exterior Drainage Systems That Protect Your Home and Property
From standing water to foundation concerns, proper drainage is essential. Our exterior drainage solutions move water away from your home—before it becomes a costly problem.
Control Water, Prevent Damage, and Improve Your Landscape's Health
At New England Total Landscaping, we install engineered drainage systems that protect your home from water intrusion and erosion. From French drains and downspout tie-ins to footing drains and subsurface solutions like Cultecs, we tailor every system to your site’s grade, soil, and risk factors. Whether you’re fixing a soggy lawn or addressing serious water buildup near your foundation, we get water moving in the right direction—safely and permanently.
Where Water Is Managed With Precision, Not Guesswork
We serve Greenwich, Stamford, and surrounding areas with full-scale exterior drainage services—from grading and piping to soil restoration and permit support. Our team evaluates how water currently moves through your property and designs a system that redirects it efficiently. From dry yards to dry basements, we make your property more livable, stable, and safe.
The Best Time for Exterior Drain Systems
Optimal Timing:
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Spring: Prep for heavy rains and snowmelt
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Summer: Excellent window for excavation and grading work
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Fall: Ensure your property drains properly before winter freeze
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Winter: Consult and design ahead of spring flooding risks
What to Expect:
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On-site evaluation and drainage flow mapping
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Custom solution design based on soil type, slope, and goals
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Excavation, trenching, pipe installation, and backfill
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Final grading, restoration, and permit handling (if required)
Goodbye Puddles, Hello Peace of Mind
Evaluate & Plan the Flow
We assess how water collects, moves, or pools on your property—then design a drainage system that channels it away from your home’s foundation, lawn, or patio.
Get A Smarter System
We dig, trench, and install components like French drains, downspout tie-ins, and culvert systems—layered with clean stone, filter fabric, and professional-grade piping for long-term performance.
Don't Worry About Water
With your drainage system in place and your yard cleaned up, you’ll notice the difference right away. No more standing water, muddy patches, or washed-out mulch. Just a dry, functional yard—finally.
If your yard stays soggy or your basement shows signs of moisture, French drains are often the first line of defense. We install perforated piping set in gravel-filled trenches to capture and redirect subsurface water—keeping your foundation dry and your lawn usable.
Get in touch today to discuss your property goals and see how our team can bring them to life—on time, on budget, and with results that speak for themselves.
Contact UsFor homes with chronic water intrusion at the base, footing drains catch water before it reaches your foundation walls. These systems are buried at footing depth and usually include waterproof membrane, piping, and high-volume gravel backfill to direct water safely to a discharge point.
Get in touch today to discuss your property goals and see how our team can bring them to life—on time, on budget, and with results that speak for themselves.
Contact UsWhen you need to collect and contain stormwater on-site, we install subsurface Cultec chamber systems or dry wells. These are ideal for properties with limited slope, tight zoning, or a need to control runoff without visible outlets—often tied into gutter downspouts or large surface drains.
Get in touch today to discuss your property goals and see how our team can bring them to life—on time, on budget, and with results that speak for themselves.
Contact UsSometimes, water problems are a result of incorrect or outdated grading. We reshape your property to create positive pitch away from the home, add clean topsoil to improve absorption, and stabilize areas prone to runoff or pooling. This is often combined with planting or sod restoration.
Get in touch today to discuss your property goals and see how our team can bring them to life—on time, on budget, and with results that speak for themselves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need a drainage system?
If you notice standing water, soft spots, water near your foundation, or moisture in your basement, it’s worth evaluating. We’ll provide an honest assessment and recommend next steps.
Can you connect drainage to my existing gutters?
Yes—we frequently tie downspouts into underground drainage systems to route water away from the foundation or into a dry well.
Will this require a permit?
Some systems do, depending on where the water is being discharged (especially street tie-ins or systems near wetlands). We’ll handle any required paperwork and inspections.
Do I need a sump pump too?
Not always. Many systems work with gravity alone, but we’ll assess whether a sump pump or outlet basin is needed based on elevation and drainage destination.
How long will installation take?
Most systems are installed in 1–4 days depending on scale, site conditions, and restoration needs. We’ll give you a clear timeline during your consultation.
Expert Drainage System Installation in Greenwich and Surrounding Communities
We proudly offer drainage services to residents of Greenwich, as well as nearby areas like Byram, Cos Cob, Glenville, and Stamford. If you’re unsure whether we service your property, feel free to ask!
From moisture mitigation to complete water rerouting, we build drainage systems that work beneath the surface—so your home, lawn, and landscaping stay dry and secure.
At New England Total Landscaping, we specialize in exterior drainage solutions in Greenwich and neighboring communities—combining grading expertise, precision installation, and long-term protection for your property.
