Interior Drain
Interior Basement Drain System
When water finds its way into your basement through the walls, floor, or foundation joints, surface-level fixes simply are not enough. Waterproof paint peels. Crack patches fail. Temporary solutions buy time but never solve the problem. An interior drain system is the most effective and permanent solution for managing water that enters your basement — capturing it before it spreads and channeling it safely out of your home before it causes damage to your floors, walls, belongings, and foundation.
How Does an Interior Drain System Work?
Our technicians jackhammer a narrow channel along the perimeter of your basement floor, just inside the foundation walls. A perforated drain pipe is laid in the channel surrounded by drainage aggregate that filters water as it flows. The channel is then covered with new concrete, leaving a clean, invisible system working beneath your floor. Water that seeps through your basement walls or up through the floor is immediately captured by the drain and directed to a sump pump, which automatically pumps it out of your home. The result is a permanently dry basement — regardless of how hard it rains.
- Permanently captures water that enters through walls and floor
- Invisible once installed — concrete is poured back over the system
- Works automatically with your sump pump 24 hours a day
- Protects your foundation from the damaging effects of standing water
Every interior drain system we install is custom designed for your basement’s specific layout, water entry points, and drainage needs. We use only professional-grade perforated pipe and drainage aggregate — the same materials used in commercial waterproofing projects — to ensure your system handles Atlanta’s heaviest rainfall events without failure. Our team handles everything from breaking the concrete to finishing the floor, leaving your basement clean and ready to use.
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Will an interior drain system make a mess in my basement?
The installation process does involve breaking up a narrow strip of concrete along the perimeter of your basement floor, which creates some dust and debris. Our team takes every precaution to contain the work area and cleans up completely before leaving. Once the drain pipe is installed and the concrete is poured back over it, the system is completely invisible and your basement is left clean and ready to use.
Does an interior drain system stop water from coming in or just manage it?
An interior drain system is a water management solution — it captures water that enters your basement and removes it before it can cause damage. For complete protection, it works best as part of a comprehensive waterproofing system that also includes exterior drainage, foundation crack injection, and a sump pump with battery backup. Our team will assess your specific situation and recommend the right combination of solutions to keep your basement permanently dry.
How long does interior drain installation take?
Most interior basement drain installations are completed within one to two days depending on the size of your basement and the complexity of the water intrusion. Our crew works efficiently and professionally — minimizing disruption to your home while delivering a permanent waterproofing solution that will protect your basement for decades to come
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