How to choose drainage pipe

Drainage piping carries surface and subsurface water away from foundations, low spots, and downspouts. Solid pipe moves water from point to point without leaking along the way, while perforated pipe collects groundwater along its length for French drains and footing drains.

Flexible corrugated pipe, like our 4 in. by 100 ft rolls in solid and perforated, bends around obstacles and installs fast with snap fittings; rigid PVC suits long straight runs and higher flow. Wrap perforated pipe in filter fabric to keep silt out, and slope the run toward a pop-up emitter or catch basin.

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