Move Water Off Your Property

Drainage and water management solutions in Carencro, Louisiana

Standing water on your property in Carencro is not just an inconvenience. It weakens foundations, kills grass, attracts mosquitoes, and turns usable land into mud that stays wet long after the rain stops. Poor drainage happens when water has no clear path to follow, so it sits in low spots or flows toward structures instead of away from them. Stelly's Dirt Service designs and installs drainage solutions that redirect water, prevent pooling, and keep your property stable and usable through Louisiana's heavy rainfall seasons.

Drainage work includes grading to create slopes that guide water off the property, excavation to install catch basins or drainage ditches, and site adjustments that prevent runoff from causing erosion or flooding. These solutions are built for homes, businesses, and rural land throughout Carencro and surrounding areas, where soil composition and rainfall patterns require careful planning. The goal is long-term site stability and usability, even during storms.

Learn more about drainage options for your property in Carencro by reaching out today.

How Drainage Systems Work on Your Property

Installing drainage in Carencro starts with walking the property to identify where water collects and where it needs to go. Low spots are filled or graded to redirect flow, and channels or ditches are excavated to carry water away from buildings, driveways, and yards. If the site requires subsurface drainage, perforated pipe is installed below ground and surrounded by gravel to capture water before it reaches the surface.

After installation, water will move off your property instead of pooling. Grass and soil will dry out faster after rain, and you will not see standing water in the same spots where it used to collect. Foundations and driveways will stay dry, and erosion along slopes or near structures will slow or stop entirely.

Drainage systems do not eliminate all water from your property, but they do manage it in a controlled way. If your land has multiple problem areas or complex runoff patterns, the system may include several components working together. The service does not include stormwater permits or large-scale engineering unless specified, but it does address common residential and commercial drainage issues effectively.

What to Know Before Installing Drainage

Homeowners and business owners in Carencro often ask about how drainage systems are installed, what results to expect, and how long the work takes. These answers address the practical concerns before starting a drainage or water management project.

What causes standing water on a property?
Standing water happens when the ground is too flat or slopes toward the wrong area, so water has no path to follow. Clay soil and compacted ground make the problem worse because water cannot soak in.
How do you fix drainage problems in a yard?
Drainage is fixed by grading the surface to create slopes that direct water away, or by installing ditches and pipes that carry water off the property. The approach depends on your site layout and soil type.
What is a French drain?
A French drain is a gravel-filled trench with a perforated pipe that collects water below the surface and carries it away. It is used when water needs to be captured before it reaches the ground above.
How long does it take to install drainage?
Most residential drainage projects take one to three days depending on the size of the area and the type of system being installed. Larger commercial sites or properties with multiple problem areas take longer.
Why does soil type matter for drainage?
Clay soil holds water and drains slowly, so drainage systems need to move water off the surface or through pipes. Sandy soil drains faster, which may require less excavation but still needs grading to control flow direction.

Stelly's Dirt Service installs drainage systems for homes, businesses, and rural properties throughout Carencro. If water is pooling on your land or causing erosion, contact us to evaluate the site and discuss water management options.