A drain tile is a pipe used in a drainage system to prevent water from seeping into a structure’s foundation. It is installed by digging a trench, laying the tile, covering it with gravel and a filter, and adding a drain. It controls the water table and requires periodic maintenance to prevent blockages.
A drain tile is a specialized pipe used in a specific type of drainage system. This type of drainage system is used to draw water out of a structure’s foundation and foundation so that water cannot seep into the foundation. Water intrusion can damage a structure over time, as well as be inconvenient if the water ends up in a place like a basement. Many hardware and home improvement stores sell different styles of drain tiles and can also be ordered directly from the manufacturers.
Installing a drain tile system begins with digging a trench around a home’s foundation. A filter barrier is placed in the trench and a tile is laid inside before it is covered with gravel and covered with another filter. Strainers keep dirt and silt from entering the trench and clogging it, while the gravel provides a filter for the water. Water will naturally be attracted to the gravel because it is easier for water to flow through the gravel than it is for water to move through the surrounding soil. The perforations in the tile allow water to enter the pipe.
The system is also equipped with a drain, which allows for the dispersion of any water that collects in the drain tile. The drain can be connected to a drain pump if a structure is level or lower than the surrounding land, or it can simply drain freely if a house is built on raised ground, allowing water to drain down drains or drip harmlessly downhill.
This type of drainage system is used to control the water table. As long as the water table is below the drain tile, the drainage system is unnecessary, as water is too low to enter the structure. If the water table begins to rise due to an event such as heavy rain, the tile quickly brings the water level back, keeping the water away from a home’s foundation and footing. Drain tile is usually installed as part of the process involved in building a foundation, although it may require periodic maintenance and replacement.
It is important to confirm that the trench and drain are not blocked by dirt and silt. If the gravel fills with dirt, it will be harder for water to pass through which will result in less water reaching the pipe and water may start to pool around a house. This can cause water infiltration.
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