French drain installation in Ellis County
A French drain is a gravel-filled trench with a perforated pipe that collects subsurface water and routes it away from your foundation. On Ellis County's clay soil, French drains reduce the hydrostatic pressure that pushes against slabs and crawl spaces.
Most residential French drain projects in Texas run $1,800 – $7,000+ depending on linear footage, depth, and discharge routing.
What's included
- Perimeter French drains along foundation lines
- Yard intercept drains for low spots
- Connection to storm drains or daylight discharge
- Filter fabric and gravel bedding for clay soil
- Combined plans with downspout routing