Compared to modern drain tile systems, older drainage systems are not particularly efficient and have many issues removing water especially as time goes on. As systems age, they begin to fail. Milani’s drain specialists are here to assist you with any drainage issue you may have or with new drainage system installations. Milani Plumbing, Drainage & Heating’s technicians are highly trained in drainage installation, maintenance and repair in the Vancouver BC area.
Older installation methods that were used to install drainage systems were inadequate and can certainly lead to bigger problems with foundations and water issues. Newer products and installation methods used by our drainage experts allow us to install foundation drainage systems that will work perfectly for many years.
What many are now realizing about drainage systems is that drain tiles and drain pipes can serve two purposes:
They were originally designed to collect water and pipe it to another location where it can be transported away from the foundation.
Drain tile and drain pipes can also be used as a water injection system. Before installing your drain tiles, consider the benefits of giving it a dual purpose by consulting with our drainage specialists.
Both homes with shallow foundations and those with deeper foundations can have drain tiles installed next to the footers to be used as water injection systems in times of drought. The truth is that many homes are built on clay soils, which can pose problems in times of extended drought. Some clay soils can shrink so much that the foundation and footer can fall without proper drainage systems installed. Only experienced drainage installers can handle these types of projects.
