Easy DIY French Drain Tutorial

Easy DIY French Drain Tutorial (No Slope Backyard Solution!)

Not every yard has slope — and that can make drainage a nightmare. In this video, we show you step by step how to build a French drain in a flat backyard in Royal Oak, Michigan, using the new 3.5” pipe. This pipe makes it possible to stay shallow, daylight the system, and avoid the problems that come with oversized 4” pipe.

✔️ Shallow Trench Design – Just 5” deep to start
✔️ 3.5” Pipe Advantage – Easier install, better performance in low-slope yards
✔️ Cleanouts & Access – Easy jetting and camera inspection for long-term maintenance
✔️ Quad Pack Build – More pipe, more air, fewer root intrusion issues
✔️ DIY Friendly – Less excavation, less labor, but all the performance

Whether you’re a homeowner tackling a DIY project or a contractor looking for efficiency, this tutorial shows you exactly how to build a professional-grade French drain that works — even in yards with almost no fall.

📌 Pro Tip: Always add cleanouts to your mains. It’s the difference between a system that lasts a few years and one that lasts decades.

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