Foundation drain


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Strong foundations require good drainage.
A yellow excavator bucket dumps dirt and rocks into a hopper against a cloudy sky.
A flooded, unfinished basement with concrete walls, exposed ceiling joists, and water covering the floor.

When Is a Foundation Drain Necessary?

  • New construction requiring an effective drainage system.
  • Water infiltration in the basement.
  • Moisture or mould on foundation walls.
  • Foundations weakened by water or frost.
  • Existing drain damaged or blocked.

Our Installation or Repair Process


1.

Site inspection

2.

Excavation around the foundations

Use of appropriate equipment for safe working.

3.

Removal and replacement

If necessary, removal of the old drain and installation of a new one.

4.

Installation of filter materials

To prevent blockages.

5.

Verification and Restoration

Final inspection and site cleanup.

A yellow excavator bucket dumps dirt and rocks into a hopper against a cloudy sky.
A yellow excavator bucket dumps dirt and rocks into a hopper against a cloudy sky.
A worker in orange high-visibility clothing lays a drainage pipe in a gravel-lined trench.

24/7 Emergency Service for Water Damage in Sherbrooke

In the event of a sewer backup or overflow, EXCAVATION FRANCOEUR & FILS INC responds day and night with a high-performance drain cleaner to remove the obstruction, protect your foundation and limit damage.

A yellow excavator bucket dumps dirt and rocks into a hopper against a cloudy sky.