Drywells

What is a drywell and how do you know if you need one?

A drywell is a structure installed under the concrete floor in a basement that disperses unwanted water that comes through the foundation. It is a covered, porous-walled chamber that utilizes gravity to allow water to soak into the ground over time instead of flooding the area. If the dry well is designed properly, it can hold a decent amount of water for a while and discharges the same water through a number of small exit openings distributed over a larger surface area in the sides and bottom of the structure. This allows the discharge of water to be compatible with the intermittent nature of rainfall.

Drywells can be adjusted to meet your foundation’s needs. Some foundations require a simple system with a small capacity or a more engineered system designed to handle large inflows of water. In some cases a simple dry well can avoid having more costly and invasive repairs.

If we determine during your free consultation that a Drywell is the best solution for you, we will provide you with a detailed explanation and make sure that you have a full understanding of the procedure, then we will provide you with an efficient and fair installation quote within 48 hours of your inspection. Our goal is to achieve 100% Customer Satisfaction by providing a quality, effective service at a reasonable price.