Surface-water collection
Catch Basins & Yard Drains in Houston
Catch basins solve concentrated surface-water problems. Correct placement, inlet capacity, pipe sizing, and a reliable outlet matter more than simply adding another grate.
Estimate my projectDesigned for Houston conditions
The right system starts with the water path.
Capture fast-moving surface water at low points before it spreads across turf, patios, and walkways. Every recommendation begins with where the water starts, how it crosses the property, and where it can safely finish.
How we approach it
- 01
Observe low points and runoff paths
- 02
Size and place collection points
- 03
Connect, test, and restore the surface
Done right vs. done wrong
Why some drainage jobs fail within a year.
Basin set above the true low point
Grate elevation set from observed ponding and grade
Undersized pipe that backs up in heavy rain
Pipe sized for the area draining to each inlet
No sump or access for clearing debris
Serviceable basins with room to clean out silt
Installation references
See what the working parts look like.
Representative examples help identify the materials and methods discussed during an inspection.
French drain assembly
Fabric, washed stone, and perforated pipe before the trench is wrapped and restored.
Surface-water collection
A catch basin set at a lawn low point to collect runoff before it spreads.
Buried downspout line
Solid pipe carries concentrated roof water away from the slab toward a planned outlet.
Representative installation imagery; each property requires its own layout, materials, and outlet plan.
Representative project
From standing water to a usable side yard.
A low side yard can combine roof runoff, neighboring flow, and compacted clay. The solution may pair surface collection with subsurface conveyance rather than relying on one component alone.
Illustrative project example; actual outcomes and scope vary by property.
A drier yard starts here
Plan your catch basins project
Start with a no-pressure drainage inspection and a plan built around your property’s actual grade and outlet.