Move Water Where It Belongs

Drainage solutions for residential properties in Colchester, Connecticut.

When water pools in your yard, runs toward your foundation, or washes out your driveway, you are seeing the result of poor drainage that will not fix itself. Standing water kills grass, creates mud, and puts pressure on basement walls. Runoff carves channels through landscaping and destabilizes gravel or pavement. If your property in Colchester has uneven terrain, clay soil, or downspouts that dump water in the wrong places, you need drainage solutions that redirect flow and protect the land and structures.

CT Siteworks addresses residential water management issues throughout Colchester and nearby towns by grading, trenching, and installing drainage systems tailored to your property conditions. The work is planned around soil type, slope, and how water moves across your lot during storms and seasonal runoff. Grading reshapes the surface to direct water away from problem areas, and drainage systems collect and channel water to safe outlets. Each solution is designed to prevent long-term damage to foundations, landscaping, and outdoor spaces.

If your property in Colchester has drainage problems that need to be corrected, contact us to assess the site and outline a solution that fits your land and budget.

How drainage problems are identified and corrected

Drainage work in Colchester starts with walking the property to identify where water collects, where it flows, and what is causing the problem. Grading equipment is used to reshape low spots, build swales, or slope the land so that water moves away from foundations and outdoor areas. Trenching creates pathways for buried drainage pipes that carry water to approved discharge points or natural drainage areas.

After the work is completed, you will see water flowing away from your home and yard instead of pooling or eroding the surface. Grass will grow in areas that used to stay muddy, and your foundation will remain dry during storms and snowmelt.

Drainage solutions also include installing catch basins, French drains, and surface channels where needed to handle high-volume runoff. The work does not include landscaping or planting, but it prepares the site so that outdoor improvements can be installed without water issues undermining them. Solutions are designed to work with Connecticut weather patterns and soil drainage characteristics.

These are the questions we hear most often

Homeowners usually want to know what causes drainage problems, how long corrections take, and what they can expect to see after the work is done.

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What causes water to pool in a residential yard?
Pooling is caused by low spots, compacted soil, poor grading, or clay layers that prevent water from draining into the ground. Downspouts and runoff from paved areas can also concentrate water in places where it cannot escape.
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How long does it take to install a drainage system?
Most residential drainage projects in Colchester are completed in one to three days, depending on the size of the area being graded, the number of drains being installed, and the soil conditions. Complex systems or large properties may take longer.
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Why is grading important for drainage correction?
Grading creates slope that directs water away from structures and problem areas. Without proper grading, drainage systems cannot function correctly because water will not flow toward inlets or away from foundations.
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What is a French drain and when is it used?
A French drain is a gravel-filled trench with a perforated pipe that collects and redirects groundwater. It is used when water pools in the yard, seeps into basements, or saturates soil around foundations and landscaping.
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When should drainage work be done relative to other site improvements?
It should be completed before landscaping, paving, or outdoor construction begins. Fixing drainage early prevents water from undermining new improvements and allows grading to be adjusted without disrupting finished surfaces.

CT Siteworks provides drainage solutions throughout Colchester using grading, trenching, and drainage systems designed for Connecticut soil and weather conditions. If water is pooling, eroding, or threatening your home or yard, get in touch to schedule an assessment and review your options.