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Drainage & Water Line Services

A single inch of rain falling on 1,000 square feet of roof produces roughly 623 gallons of water, and without a planned path, much of it ends up against your foundation or pooling in the lawn. Kegley Landscape LLC delivers drainage & water line services in Navarre, OH, and across Stark County to move that water where it belongs. We install French drains, bury downspouts, set catch basins with solid pipe, and regrade low spots that stay soggy for days. We also trench and install new water lines, replace failing ones, and restore the surface so your yard looks like nothing happened.
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STANDING WATER IS A SYMPTOM, NOT THE PROBLEM.

Puddles, soggy turf, and damp basement walls all point to water that has nowhere to go. Some yards slope the wrong way, some downspouts dump right beside the foundation, and some soils simply hold too much moisture. Treating the surface without finding the source rarely lasts. We track where water enters, where it collects, and where it can safely exit before recommending anything. Fixing the cause means you pay for drainage once, not every spring.
  • Water sources traced before digging
  • Solid pipe used where water must travel
  • Outlets placed away from buildings
  • Lawns restored after trenching
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DRAINAGE & WATER LINE SERVICES

KEEP RAINWATER MOVING AWAY FROM WHAT MATTERS MOST.

Your foundation, driveway, and lawn all suffer when water lingers. Saturated soil pushes against basement walls, softens gravel drives, and drowns grass roots. A well-designed drainage system collects that water quickly and carries it underground to a safe outlet. We size pipe, choose between perforated and solid lines, and set proper pitch so the system keeps working during the heaviest summer downpours.

DENSE CLAY NEEDS A PLAN FOR EVERY RAINSTORM.

Clay-rich ground common around Navarre, OH, absorbs water slowly, so runoff sits on the surface far longer than it would in sandy soil. That makes grading, downspout routing, and subsurface drains especially important here. We also run water lines to homes, barns, and outbuildings on rural properties, burying them deep enough to stay protected from freezing through long Northeast Ohio winters.

EVERY SOGGY YARD HAS A REASON, AND WE FIND IT.

We recently cured a yard that pooled water after every rain with one solid pipe run to a catch basin, simply because we took the time to see exactly where the water collected. In 7 years of drainage work, that kind of careful diagnosis has saved clients from buying systems they did not need. Our estimates list the fix, the pipe, and the outlet in writing. Tired of mowing around the same puddle?

WHAT PROPER DRAINAGE DELIVERS.

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A Drier Basement
Water directed away from the foundation reduces pressure on basement walls and the seepage that follows. Fewer damp spots mean less risk of mold, musty odors, and damaged storage.
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A Lawn You Can Use
Low spots that stayed muddy for days after rain dry out quickly. Grass grows evenly again, and you can mow, play, and walk across the yard without sinking.
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Protected Foundations
Consistent soil moisture around the house limits settling and cracking. Keeping runoff away from footings protects the most expensive part of your home. That protection preserves both structural value and peace of mind.
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Longer-Lasting Driveways
Gravel and concrete surfaces hold up better when water drains off instead of soaking the base. Potholes, washouts, and heaving become far less common. You spend less on gravel and patching.
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Reliable Water Service
A properly installed water line delivers steady pressure to your home, barn, or outbuilding. Correct depth and bedding protect the pipe from freezing and damage for years.
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Fewer Mosquitoes and Pests
Standing water breeds mosquitoes within days. Eliminating puddles and soggy areas removes their breeding grounds and makes your yard far more comfortable in summer. Evenings on the patio become much more pleasant.
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our services

OUR DRAINAGE AND WATER LINE WORK

Water problems take many forms, so our solutions do too. These are the drainage and water line services we install for homes, farms, and commercial properties throughout the area.
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SUBSURFACE DRAINS

French Drain Installation

A gravel-filled trench with perforated pipe collects groundwater and carries it to a safe outlet. French drains relieve soggy yards and wet foundations where the ground stays saturated after rain.
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ROOF RUNOFF

Downspout Burial and Extensions

Downspouts that dump next to the house feed water straight to your foundation. We connect them to buried solid pipe that discharges well away from the home, keeping walls and beds dry.
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SURFACE INLETS

Catch Basin Installation

Catch basins collect surface water at low points and send it through underground pipe to an outlet. They are ideal for patios, driveways, and yard depressions that flood during storms.
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SLOPE CORRECTION

Yard Grading for Drainage

Sometimes the answer is simply reshaping the ground. We regrade yards so soil slopes away from buildings and toward swales or outlets, letting gravity do the work. It is often the simplest, most economical fix.
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NEW SERVICE

Water Line Installation

We trench and install water lines to homes, barns, garages, and outbuildings. Pipe is bedded properly, buried below the frost zone, and backfilled carefully to prevent settling. Steady water pressure arrives right where you need it.
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LINE REPAIR

Water Line Repair and Replacement

Leaking or aging water lines waste water and soften the ground above them. We excavate, repair or replace the damaged section, and restore the yard once pressure is back. Disruption stays as brief as possible.
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THE WORD ON OUR WORK

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY.

Clients who call us about drainage usually have lived with the problem for a long time. Their reviews talk about finally having a dry yard, a clear explanation of what went wrong, and fair pricing on a fix that actually worked.
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FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.

Drainage and water line problems raise a lot of questions about causes, solutions, and disruption to your yard. These answers cover what homeowners ask us most.

Why does water pool in my yard after it rains?

Water pools when the ground slopes toward low spots, soil is compacted or clay-heavy, or downspouts discharge too close to the house. Identifying which cause applies determines whether grading, piping, or a French drain is the right fix.

How far should downspouts discharge from the house?

Directing roof water at least 5 to 10 feet from the foundation is a common guideline. Burying downspouts in solid pipe carries water even farther and removes tripping hazards from the lawn.

What is the difference between a French drain and a catch basin?

A French drain collects groundwater along its length through perforated pipe. A catch basin gathers surface water at a single low point through a grate. Many drainage problems are solved by combining both.

How long does a French drain last?

A properly built French drain wrapped in filter fabric can work for decades. Fabric keeps soil out of the gravel, and a clear outlet prevents water from backing up into the system.

How deep does a water line need to be buried?

Water lines must sit below the frost line so they do not freeze in winter. Local codes and utility rules set the exact depth, and Kegley Landscape LLC in Navarre, OH, confirms those requirements before trenching.

Will installing drainage ruin my lawn?

Trenching disturbs a narrow strip, not the whole yard. We save topsoil during digging, backfill carefully, and reseed or restore the surface so the lawn recovers within a few weeks.

Can grading alone fix a wet yard?

Grading solves many surface water problems when the yard simply slopes the wrong way. When groundwater rises from below or clay soil stays saturated, subsurface drainage is usually needed alongside grading.

Why choose Kegley Landscape LLC for drainage in Navarre, OH?

Kegley Landscape LLC in Navarre, OH, diagnoses before digging, so you pay only for what solves the problem. We handle excavation, piping, and yard restoration ourselves, and every estimate is written by hand with the full scope listed.

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    HOW WE WORK

    FROM PUDDLE TO DRY GROUND, HERE IS HOW.

    STEP 01

    TRACE THE WATER
    We walk the property, ideally after rain, to see where water enters, collects, and lingers. Downspouts, slopes, and soil conditions all get checked before any solution is suggested. Photos you have taken during storms help too.

    STEP 02

    DESIGN THE ROUTE
    Our team plans pipe size, drain type, pitch, and outlet location. You receive a handwritten estimate that lists the materials and the path the water will take. Each outlet is placed where water can leave the property safely.

    STEP 03

    MARK THE UTILITIES
    OHIO811 is notified before any trenching begins, and we locate private lines you know about. Marked utilities keep the job safe and prevent costly strikes. We confirm every mark before our equipment ever touches the ground.

    STEP 04

    TRENCH AND LAY PIPE
    Trenches are cut to the correct depth and slope, then lined with fabric and stone where needed. Pipe is laid with consistent pitch so water keeps moving. Cleanouts are added where they make future maintenance easier.

    STEP 05

    BACKFILL AND RESTORE
    Soil returns in compacted layers, topsoil goes back on top, and disturbed areas get seed and straw. The system stays hidden underground, and the trenched strips green up again within a few weeks of the work.

    STEP 06

    TEST THE FLOW
    We run water through the system to confirm it drains to the outlet as planned. Then we walk the finished work with you and explain simple upkeep. You see the system working before we call the job complete.