Drainage & French Drain Installation

Drainage and French drain installation across the Bay Area

A yard that stays soggy long after Bay Area rains, or water that consistently pools near the foundation, points to a drainage problem a French drain is built to solve. NorTech connects you with a background-checked provider who assesses where water is coming from and pooling, trenches the drain path, installs drain pipe and gravel, and routes the outlet to a safe discharge point.

How a French drain actually works

A French drain is a gravel-filled trench with a perforated pipe that intercepts water moving through the soil and redirects it to a safe discharge point before it can pool where you don't want it. The assessment is what determines the right path and depth for your specific yard's grading and water source — a drain installed in the wrong spot doesn't solve the problem.

French drains vs. surface grading

Some drainage problems are solved by regrading the surface to direct water away naturally, while others need a French drain to intercept water moving underground. The assessment determines which approach — or combination — actually fits the specific problem in your yard.

Outdoor Lighting

Path lights, string lights, and low-voltage landscape systems that make evenings glow.

Patio & Hardscape Repair

Paver re-leveling, mortar repair, and patio restoration for a safe, even surface.

Lawn Mowing & Edging

Mowed, edged, blown, and cleaned up — a crisp lawn on the schedule that suits you.

Bush & Hedge Trimming

Hedges, shrubs, and ornamentals shaped and tidied, with all the clippings hauled away.

Yard Cleanup & Weeding

Leaves, weeds, branches, and debris cleared and hauled to bring your yard back to life.

Irrigation & Sprinkler Repair

Broken sprinkler heads, leaks, or a malfunctioning irrigation controller fixed.

Artificial Turf Installation

Synthetic turf installed over a prepped base — a permanent, low-maintenance lawn.

Tree Trimming

Shaping and deadwood removal for trees up to a moderate size and height.

Mulching & Bed Refresh

Garden beds weeded, edged, and refreshed with new mulch.