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Disadvantages of Old-Fashioned French Drains

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French drains, or drain tile systems have numerous disadvantages. When they are part of a basement waterproofing retrofit application they must be installed at the footer, deep in the earth. This necessitates the removal of porches or decks, sidewalks and landscaping not to mention any underground utilities that might be in the way as well. Creating new problems when you’re trying to fix your leaking basement makes no sense.

If your French drain installation is successful it can still have a limited or even temporary, effective lifespan due to sediments and debris that are picked up by groundwater as it passes through the newly disturbed soil. Loose, muddy water can enter the drain tile and cause it to become clogged from prolonged use.

Installation lower than the footer can undermine the support of the foundation too, leading to settling of the foundation and, possibly, structural damage.
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Blackburn Foundation Repair installs our drainage systems along the interior perimeter of the basement, eliminating excavation and potential damage to the foundation. Our systems do not clog with sediments or debris. Our systems do not leave a 1” open gap along the basement floor, unlike other interior perimeter drain systems do. To learn more, call or e-mail Blackburn Foundation Repair today for a free wet basement repair estimate!

Blackburn Foundation Repair provide waterproofing systems that install without invasive excavation and will work to keep your basement dry all the time! Contact us today for a free basement waterproofing quote!

Blackburn services all of South Dakota, including Sioux Falls, Miller, Rapid City, Aberdeen, Watertown and surrounding areas, Wyoming and Nebraska. Call or contact us online for the best waterproofing system available. We offer free quotes and inspections.

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Very knowledgeable team, very up front on the issues we had and didn’t try to book any unnecessary work. Worked with us to customize the job and stay within our budget
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Technician was very personable, friendly and knowledgeable. The project turned out great. Now, only time will tell about longevity.
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Was very professional. Very knowledgeable. Tanner and his crew were awesome. Hopefully we won't need anymore repairs. But if we go, they will be the first call.
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Very friendly, knowledgeable and prompt. He answered all of our questions!
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Tanner and his crew were very professional, always keeping me in the loop as the project progressed.
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The Blackburn team was very professional and explained to me exactly what the were going to repair. They also asked me to inspect their work to ensure I was satisfied.
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Sinan was through and explained everything in detail to my parents. He gave multiple options and was very honest on current and past issues and why other things did not work before. He was super patient and kind.
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Lot information and estimate on the repair of our foundation.
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The service technician was thorough and polite. He gave us a report on our system.
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