Perimeter Drain Installation & Inspection on Vancouver Island
Protect Your Foundation and Prevent Costly Water Damage
Vancouver Island’s climate brings plenty of rain, and with it comes the risk of water intrusion around your home’s foundation. Without a properly functioning perimeter drain system (also known as a drain tile system), water can accumulate around your foundation, leading to serious and costly issues such as basement flooding, structural damage, and mold growth.
Godek Plumbing & Gas provides professional perimeter drain installation, inspection, repair, and replacement services across Vancouver Island. Whether you’re building a new home, updating an aging system, or dealing with ongoing water issues, we have the expertise and equipment to keep your home dry and protected.
What Is a Perimeter Drain System?
- Collect groundwater and surface runoff before it can enter your basement or crawl space
- Direct water safely away from your foundation and into proper drainage outlets
- Reduce hydrostatic pressure against your foundation walls
Complete Perimeter Drain Services
New Perimeter Drain Installation
For new builds or major renovations, we design and install modern perimeter drain systems that meet or exceed current building codes. Using high-quality perforated piping, filter fabrics, clean gravel bedding, and sump systems where needed, we ensure your drainage system provides long-term protection.
Perimeter Drain Inspections
If you’re noticing moisture problems, our advanced inspections can identify blockages, failures, or improper drainage before serious damage occurs. Regular inspections can prevent small drainage issues from turning into major repairs.
Perimeter Drain Repairs & Replacements
Older homes may have clay, concrete, or even deteriorating plastic drain tile that has collapsed, cracked, or become blocked by tree roots or debris. We work carefully to limit excavation and minimize disruption to your landscaping whenever possible.
Why Perimeter Drains Fail
Several common factors can lead to perimeter drain system failure over time:
- Clogged pipes from dirt, roots, and debris
- Pipe collapse due to soil shifting or settlement
- Improper original installation or grading
- Aging materials that deteriorate over decades
- Heavy rainfall exceeding drainage capacity
Even if your perimeter drain system worked well for years, these issues can develop gradually and silently, eventually causing visible water damage.
Signs You May Have a Perimeter Drain Problem
- Damp, musty basement or crawlspace
- Water pooling around foundation walls
- Visible foundation cracks
- Efflorescence (white, chalky residue) on interior basement walls
- Mold or mildew growth
- Frequent sump pump cycling
If you notice any of these signs, it’s critical to have your perimeter drainage system inspected promptly to prevent more serious foundation issues.
