If your yard turns into a swamp after every storm or water pools against your foundation, a properly installed French drain collects that water underground and carries it safely away — for good.
If two or more of these sound familiar, a French drain is usually the most effective long-term fix.
We find where water originates, where it collects, and the best discharge point.
We map the drain path, depth, and outlet — sized to your yard and water volume.
We line the trench with filter fabric, add gravel, and lay perforated pipe that captures water.
We route water to a safe outlet, backfill, and restore the surface.
Most residential French drains are completed in 1–3 days, depending on length and site conditions.
Round Rock sits on expansive Blackland clay — soil that swells when wet and shrinks when dry, and barely absorbs water. Rain runs to the lowest point, which is often your foundation. Combine that with flat lots and heavy Central Texas storms, and standing water becomes a recurring, damaging problem.
Letting water pool against your slab is also a leading cause of foundation movement in Central Texas — and foundation repair runs thousands of dollars. A French drain is a comparatively small investment that protects a much larger one.
Most residential French drains in the Round Rock area run $1,500–$3,500, with larger or complex jobs costing more. We give a firm quote after a free on-site assessment.
See full pricing guide →A properly installed French drain with filter fabric and quality pipe can last 30+ years with minimal maintenance.
Most residential jobs take 1–3 days depending on length, depth, and site access.
We trench carefully and restore the surface afterward. The trench line settles and blends in over time.
Yes — every job starts with a free on-site assessment and a firm written quote.