{"id":69168,"date":"2022-11-11T18:41:50","date_gmt":"2022-11-11T21:41:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=69168"},"modified":"2025-09-23T14:37:35","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T17:37:35","slug":"what-is-a-french-drain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/what-is-a-french-drain\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a French Drain?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The term \u201cFrench drain\u201d is often confused with other systems, such as surface or curtain drains. Unlike those, a French drain collects <em>subsurface<\/em> water, directing it away from problem areas using gravel, geotextile fabric, and a perforated pipe.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>As a landscape designer, I\u2019ve designed and installed French drains for homeowners, and with insight from a landscaping expert, we\u2019ll break down how they work, their key components, and how they differ from surface drains and dry wells.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-ce817a35-5c87-4f87-a4d5-c13be9e355d1\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\"><\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/what-is-a-french-drain\/#0-how-a-french-drain-works\" style=\"\">How a French Drain Works<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/what-is-a-french-drain\/#1-components-of-a-french-drain-and-what-they-do\" style=\"\">Components of a French Drain and What They Do<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/what-is-a-french-drain\/#2-how-french-drains-are-different-from-other-drainage-solutions\" style=\"\">How French Drains are Different From Other Drainage Solutions<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/what-is-a-french-drain\/#6-faq\" style=\"\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <p>If heavy rain has left standing water in your yard, killing your grass and making the space unusable, it\u2019s time to contact a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/landscaping\">LawnStarter landscaping pro<\/a>. They can restore your healthy lawn and give you back your private oasis.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-how-a-french-drain-works\">How a French Drain Works<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/French-drain-1.jpg\" alt=\"A French drain made of upright stone slabs at the back and a bed of small rocks on the ground, surrounded by dry grass and plants.\" class=\"wp-image-140533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/French-drain-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/French-drain-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/French-drain-1-656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/French-drain-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/French-drain-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This French drain was installed in our Pennsylvania backyard about 30 years ago. The decorative stones conceal a catch basin beneath, while the vertical rocks were discovered during the excavation of a 4-foot trench; they were added for decoration.  Photo Credit: Harley Grandone<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>A French drain is an underground drainage system that uses gravity to guide excess groundwater (subsurface water) away from saturated areas through an underground pipe. Its sloped trench allows water to flow naturally toward a safe exit point, preventing pooling around your home and yard.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-install-a-french-drain\/\">How To Install a French Drain in Your Yard<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-components-of-a-french-drain-and-what-they-do\">Components of a French Drain and What They Do<\/h2>    <p>Now that we\u2019ve covered the basics of a French drain and how it functions, let\u2019s focus on the 4 essential components and how they work as part of this subsurface drainage system.<\/p>    <p><strong>Trench<\/strong><\/p>    <p>The trench is a ditch that uses slope and gravity to direct water toward the outlet. Its depth and width depend on the frost line and the space needed for the gravel, pipe, and fabric.<strong><br><\/strong><\/p>    <p><strong>Non-woven geotextile fabric<\/strong><\/p>    <p>According to Damon Abdi, assistant professor of landscape horticulture at Louisiana State University, the trench should be<em> <\/em>\u201clined with a fabric to allow water to move through and to exclude soil from clogging the pipe.\u201d<\/p>    <p>DOT-certified <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/landscape-fabric-guide-types-uses\/#6-non-woven\">non-woven geotextile fabric<\/a> is more effective than traditional plastic and woven landscape fabric, which is designed more for weed control and structural support.<\/p>    <p><strong>Gravel<\/strong><\/p>    <p>In a French drain, gravel is key: It lines the bottom of the trench to hold the pipe and filter sediment. It also fills the space around and above the pipe \u201cto allow easy water flow,\u201d Abdi says.<strong><br><\/strong><\/p>    <p><strong>Perforated pipe<\/strong><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/underdrain-pipe.jpg\" alt=\"Black corrugated perforated pipes coiled on grass near a gravel-filled trench, ready for installation as part of a French drain.\" class=\"wp-image-140552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/underdrain-pipe.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/underdrain-pipe-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/underdrain-pipe-656x437.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/underdrain-pipe-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/underdrain-pipe-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Coiled perforated pipe. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/black-storm-water-underdrain-pipe-used-to-mitigation-ground-water-abstract-rounded-shape\/627939236\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Thomas<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>The pipe collects and moves water to the drainage point. Use either corrugated or PVC pipe, but make sure it\u2019s perforated. This lets water enter and exit along the pipe\u2019s entire length, unlike a box drain that collects water at a single inlet.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Corrugated pipe is flexible and easier to bend around curves, while PVC is rigid. Choose pipe size based on how much water the drain needs to handle.<\/p>    <p><strong>Catch basin (optional, but frequently used)<\/strong><\/p>    <p>A catch basin is connected to the main French drain pipes and usually consists of a grate on the surface with a collection box underneath to help prevent sediment from running into the pipe.<\/p>    <p>Catch basins are used to collect water from high-volume areas: gutter downspouts, off of a paved area, or area in lawn with heavy standing water.<\/p>    <p><strong>Riverstone (optional)<\/strong><\/p>    <p>Smooth riverstone adds a natural, decorative finish once soil is backfilled if you don\u2019t want to plant grass seed on top.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Skip this step if you prefer to cover the drain with \u201cturf over the top for a more discreet look in the middle of the lawn,\u201d Abdi says. You can also leave the gravel exposed for a clean, textured look.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-how-french-drains-are-different-from-other-drainage-solutions\">How French Drains are Different From Other Drainage Solutions<\/h2>    <p>Like French drains, trench drains and dry wells also manage water. The key difference lies in <strong>how<\/strong> they do it.<\/p>    <p>According to Abdi, \u201cA French drain is a <strong>subsurface drain<\/strong>, a trench drain is a <strong>surface drain<\/strong>, and a dry well is less so for the conveyance of water than it is for <strong>holding water and releasing it<\/strong> to the surrounding soil.\u201d<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-surface-drains\">Surface Drains<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Outlet-location-of-French-drain-corrugated-pipe-1.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"The outlet of a French drain, showing the end of a white corrugated pipe partially buried in the ground. The pipe opening is surrounded by grass, dry patches of soil, and scattered brown leaves.\" class=\"wp-image-140535\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Outlet-location-of-French-drain-corrugated-pipe-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Outlet-location-of-French-drain-corrugated-pipe-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Outlet-location-of-French-drain-corrugated-pipe-1-656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Outlet-location-of-French-drain-corrugated-pipe-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Outlet-location-of-French-drain-corrugated-pipe-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is where our French drain pipe exits and surfaces in the grass. The drain was installed around 30 years ago. Despite the overgrown grass and the pipe being cracked and worn, it effectively manages the water in the backyard Photo Credit: Harley Grandone<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>Purpose: <\/strong>Surface drains are \u201cdesigned to evacuate surface water rapidly,\u201d Abdi says.<\/p>    <p><strong>How it\u2019s different from a French drain:<\/strong> Primarily designed to drain <em>surface water<\/em> instead of subsurface water (as a French drain is designed to do); often uses an exposed grate for water to enter<\/p>    <p><strong>Pro Tip: <\/strong>Trench drains, channel drains, and curtain drains are all types of surface drains.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-dry-wells\">Dry Wells<\/h3>    <p><strong>Purpose: <\/strong>\u201cA dry well is essentially a subsurface reservoir where water can be directed to and held as it seeps into the surrounding soil,\u201d says Abdi.<\/p>    <p><strong>How it\u2019s different from a French drain:<\/strong> Designed to hold water to be released slowly, rather than directing it to be deposited elsewhere, as a French drain does. However, Abdi says, \u201cA dry well (also) can be connected to the low point of a \u2026 French or trench drain to collect and hold excess water.\u201d<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-interior-french-drains-basements\">Interior French Drains (Basements)<\/h3>    <p><strong>Purpose: <\/strong>Interior French drains are often used in basements that flood, directing water that seeps through walls or floors into a perimeter trench connected to a sump pump.<\/p>    <p><strong>How it\u2019s different from a French drain:<\/strong> Besides being indoors, the only difference is that interior French drains may use a sump pump to collect and drain the water.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong><em>My experience:<\/em><\/strong><em> In my own home, we have a modified version of an interior French drain: A small trench cut into the concrete floor channels water to the sump pump, which then carries it outside to the driveway.<\/em><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-faq\">FAQ<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758475497541\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are Some Signs You Need a French Drain?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If you notice these issues, a French drain may be a suitable solution:<br\/><br\/>\u2022 Persistent water pooling in the yard<br\/>\u2022 Wet basement<br\/>\u2022 Soil erosion near the foundation<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758475510963\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are Some Common Locations to Install French Drains?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can find French drains near building foundations, slopes, areas with standing water, and the lower elevations of a yard.<br\/><br\/><strong>See Related:<\/strong>\u00a0<br\/><br\/>\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/ways-to-get-rid-standing-water\/\">12 Ways to Get Rid of Standing Water in Your Yard<\/a><br\/>\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/improve-drainage-in-your-yard\/\">7 Ways to Improve Drainage in Your Yard<\/a><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758475530946\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How Much Does a French Drain Cost?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Homeowners can expect to pay an average of <strong>$5,000<\/strong> for professional French drain installation. However, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/french-drain-price\/\">cost of a French drain<\/a> ranges from <strong>$1,650 to $12,250,<\/strong> depending on the drain&#8217;s length, depth, and other factors (like unexpected tree root excavation for hidden roots).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1758475537113\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I Install a French Drain Myself?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can DIY a French drain if you\u2019re comfortable digging below your area\u2019s frost line and have moderate DIY skills. In colder regions with deep frost lines (44+ inches) or where water is collecting close to the foundation or coming into the home, it\u2019s better to hire a company that specializes in drainage systems.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-hire-a-pro-to-install-a-french-drain\">Hire a Pro to Install a French Drain<\/h2>    <p>If your yard is a small pond and you think a French drain will help divert the water, consider hiring a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/landscaping\">LawnStarter landscaping pro near you<\/a>. They have the expertise and knowledge to save you time, effort, and potential errors while giving you peace of mind.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-087f69cd-2db8-4dbb-80b3-f0b9e6420ae2\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-087f69cd-2db8-4dbb-80b3-f0b9e6420ae2\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-087f69cd-2db8-4dbb-80b3-f0b9e6420ae2\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-087f69cd-2db8-4dbb-80b3-f0b9e6420ae2\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplelawnslandscaping.com\/blog\/p.250219001\/6-types-of-drainage-systems-for-your-home-yard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 Types Of Drainage Systems For Your Home &amp; Yard<\/a>.\u201d Simple Lawn Landscaping.<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lsuagcenter.com\/profiles\/dabdi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Damon Abdi<\/a>, assistant professor of landscape horticulture at Louisiana State University, Hammond, LA. Personal interview.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.chicago.gov\/city\/en\/depts\/water\/supp_info\/conservation\/green_design\/drainage_swales.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Drainage Swales<\/a>.\u201d<strong> <\/strong>Chicago Department of Water Management.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/mtdrain.com\/drain\/toronto\/french-drain-installation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">French Drain System Installation<\/a>.\u201d By Pavel Sidorov, waterproofing and drainage expert. MT Drains and Plumbing.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/pipexpressinc.com\/french-drain-vs-trench-drain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">French Drain vs. Trench Drain: Comparison of Types and Variations<\/a>.\u201d Pipe Express Inc.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/alphaenvironmental.net\/blog\/what-is-dry-well-used-for\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What is a Dry Well Used For?<\/a>\u201d By Michael Micheletty, drainage expert. Alpha Environmental.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/frenchdrainman.com\/why-corrugated-pipe-is-used-when-building-a-michigan-french-drain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Why Corrugated Pipe is Used Versus Smooth Wall or Hard Pipe When Building a Michigan French Drain?<\/a>\u201d By Robert Sherwood, French drain expert. French Drain Man.<\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p>Main Photo Credit: French drain. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/drainage-system-park-area-waterway-overgrown-1789750349\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock<\/a><\/p>    <p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A true French drain diverts subsurface water away from problem areas using gravel, fabric, and a perforated pipe.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":161,"featured_media":82789,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[21],"tags":[25],"class_list":["post-69168","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-landscaping","tag-landscaping-2"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/French-drain.jpg?wsr","author_info":{"display_name":"Harley 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