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Drain Tile and Sump Fixing: Why Your Basement Keeps Flooding
You’ve mopped up standing water for the last time. Your basement floods every spring, and those waterproofing buckets aren’t cutting it. The real solution? Proper drain tile and sump systems.
What Is Drain Tile?
Despite the name, drain tile isn’t tile at all. It’s a perforated pipe buried around your foundation that channels water away from your home.
Common Drain Tile Problems
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Clogged pipes from dirt and roots
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Cracked or collapsed sections
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Improper installation from the start
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No connection to a functioning sump pump
How Green Side Fixes It
We don’t just patch the problem — we solve it.
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Inspection — We locate the blockage or failure point
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Excavation — We dig down to access the damaged drain tile
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Replacement — New pipe, proper slope, and clean gravel backfill
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Sump Pump Check — We make sure water actually leaves your property
The Result
A dry basement. No more buckets. No more stress.
Stop Fighting Floods
Whether it’s a residential sump fix or a commercial drain tile installation, Green Side has you covered. Call us before the next rain.