History of French Drains

Where it All Began

French drains have a common misnomer, and it’s all in the name. French drains aren’t actually from France; they got their name from how they were created. When a trench is dug and pipes are laid in the trench to be buried in the ground makes it easier for this design to move more water away from flood zones. 

The drain head is the most decorative piece to hold more water to filter into the pipes as they are moved. Fair Lawn Services uses precision and expertise when laying each drain system piece. 

Who Was the Inventor?

Henry French created this design through trial and error in the 19th century. Hence how this drainage system got its name. Henry was more than just an agriculturist. He was a lawyer, the first President of the Massechutes Agricultural College, and, most importantly, an inventor, among many other professions.

He was a jack-of-all-trades, but mainly in the trades of agriculture. That’s where his passion was most directed, and his drains are still being used today. 

Why are They so Popular?

The path of French drains allows excess water to be moved further away from your home. The risk of flooding is reduced drastically when the drains efficiently boost your property’s functionality. This drain style is popular for more reasons than just how they work, they are also stylish, and the drain track is easy to cover with gravel. 

These drains quickly become part of your landscape when certain plants are installed along the drain path. With the help of this powerful system, your entire landscape will begin to transform into a property that you will hardly be able to recognize. 

Drains?

You might have thought that drains are only for the inside of your home, but lawn drainage reduces flooding when rainfall or an irrigation system breaks. Drains also protect your home and property from being washed away. Water damage destroys more than just wood and home finishings. 

When your plants drown in the abundance of water, erosion can be a dangerous effect that destroys the fertility of your landscape. But that doesn’t have to be the way of life when you team up with Fair Lawn. Instead, we stop erosion in its tracks and move water to areas most needed. 

So Much More

French drains are much more than just regular drains. They reduce the chances of flooding and boost the strength of the property as a whole. Fair Lawn helps you design the best path for the drains that will provide the most efficiency. 

It’s our responsibility to help your property heal itself and become the landscape you had originally designed. We’ve got your back when you trust us with your property. 

Fancy Drains, Fancy Lawn

Here’s your chance to decorate your landscape without having to plan much more than where it will go once you’ve put in the time and resources to make it look good. Now it’s up to Fair Lawn to ensure your landscape is protected and can drain itself without losing its nutrients. You deserve to have a fancy lawn that is functional too. 

Your neighborhood will start to notice the change and wonder what you did. They may have a similar issue or know someone else who is. With this one change, many elements can be positively affected. 

Keeping Lawn Functional

Each time rainfall occurs, you can breathe a little easier. Your property can heal itself and strengthen its functionality and the safety of your home. Your plants’ root systems grow stronger when water is provided, and the excess is removed. 

When the water is removed from your lawn, it might help the natural spring and improve the health of the nearby forest. The entire community grows stronger and healthier with one drop at a time. 

Professionals are Best for the Job

Fair Lawn Services has the experience to install the French drain you desire with ease and patience. These jobs are dangerous to endure on your own, but keeping them as part of the professional to-do list ensures they will be installed correctly. Each pipe that needs to be laid is handled carefully and hooked up accurately to drain the lawn from standing water. 

Never try to install a drainage system on your own. We have the experience and the skills to handle this project safely and accurately. Fair Lawn is the best team for you!