French Drains Engineered For DFW Clay.
Standing water in a North Texas yard is usually a clay-soil problem, not a grass problem. A properly designed french drain in DFW pulls subsurface water off your yard and away from your foundation.
Why our french drains work is different
Standing water in a North Texas yard is usually a clay-soil problem, not a grass problem. A properly designed french drain in DFW pulls subsurface water off your yard and away from your foundation.
What's included in a french drains project
- ▸Site survey to identify drainage pathways
- ▸Trench depth and slope engineered to the site
- ▸Perforated pipe in proper gravel envelope with filter fabric
- ▸Pop-up emitters or daylight terminations
- ▸Tie-in to gutter downspouts
- ▸Sod or river-rock restoration over the trench
Real DFW pricing
Most residential french drains in DFW run $30–$60 per linear foot installed, depending on depth, restoration, and number of inlets.
How a french drains project runs
- 01
Free on-site inspection
We walk the property, take measurements, and photo-document everything — no high-pressure pitch.
- 02
Line-item proposal
Detailed written scope and pricing for the french drain install — you see exactly what drives the cost.
- 03
Schedule & build
Permits where required, weather-aware scheduling, daily clean jobsite, milestone updates.
- 04
Walk-off & warranty
Final walk-through, photo record, and written workmanship warranty in your hands.
A contractor who actually returns the call
- ▸Designed with slope and outlet planned — not just trench and bury
- ▸Filter fabric and gravel envelope so the pipe doesn't silt up
- ▸Gutter tie-ins to handle roof water at the same time
- ▸Clean restoration over the trench
Trusted by homeowners across DFW
"After two other contractors disappeared mid-project, Yearby was the first to deliver clear communication, detailed scopes, and a roof on schedule."
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"Our kitchen remodel came in on time, on scope, and the clean jobsite standards made all the difference with a baby in the house."
French Drains across the DFW metroplex
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French Drains FAQs
How deep is a french drain?+
Typically 18–24 inches in DFW soils. Deeper for foundation protection or under heavy clay layers.
Will it work in Texas clay?+
Yes, when designed properly. Slope to outlet, proper gravel envelope, and filter fabric are non-negotiable in clay.
Do I need a permit?+
Usually not for residential drainage, but check with your HOA on outlet placement.
See real french drains projects
Photo-documented case studies from recent Yearby builds across DFW — scope, process, and outcomes.
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Photo-documented inspections. Honest scopes. Built-to-last work.
Plan your project before you hire.
Planning french drains? Get the Yearby Construction Group project planning checklist: scope, budget, permits, and the questions to ask your contractor.
- Define your scope and priorities
- Compare written estimates
- Prepare for permits and the final walk-through