Stormwater Drainage

What this type of work does

Stormwater work manages rainfall runoff across larger properties, ditches, swales and drainage systems. Larger projects can involve site work, permitting or engineered plans.

When a professional may evaluate it

This type of work may be considered when the property’s symptoms and water path line up with what the system is designed to handle. A provider may need to evaluate elevations, soil, existing drains, discharge options, utilities and local rules before recommending a design.

Providers that advertise related work

Before hiring

Ask what problem the proposed work is intended to solve, where the collected water will go, what happens during heavy rainfall, and whether permits, utility locating or additional site work may be needed.