Underground Drain Installation in Madison, AL

Underground drain installation runs $12-25 per linear foot in Madison, depending on soil conditions, depth, and obstacles like driveways or patios. A typical 25-foot run costs $300-600 per downspout connection. Most homes need 3-4 connections, so figure $1,200-$2,400 for a complete system. We quote exact prices after looking at your property.

Typically 8-12 inches — below lawn surface, above most utility lines. Exact depth depends on your yard's slope and where the water needs to exit. We call 811 before every job to locate utilities.

Depends on your property. Options: lowest point of your yard (natural drainage), a storm drain (where permitted), a dry well, or just far enough from your foundation that it disperses harmlessly. We design around your specific layout and local codes.

Short term: yes, there will be trenches. We dig 4-6 inch wide trenches, install pipe, and backfill. Most lawns recover within 3-4 weeks during growing season. We work around established landscaping and restore surfaces when we're done. The damage is temporary; the drainage improvement is permanent.

Yes — that's exactly how they work. Underground drains connect at your existing downspouts. If you're replacing gutters anyway, we install the underground system at the same time for maximum efficiency.