Top-rated basement drainage channels installers.

Get matched with top basement drainage channels installers in Tracy, CA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Basement drainage channels installers in Tracy

Avatar for Groundworks

Groundworks

3.40(
5
)
•Approved Pro

Groundworks

3.40(
5
)
•Approved Pro
20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

In 2005, Steven and Kelly Egloff founded Bay Area Underpinning with the goal of providing a cost-effective, engineered solution to foundation settlement problems with an emphasis on educating customers. In 2023, BAU partnered with Groundworks, the nation’s leading and fastest growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider, to offer the best products in the industry and provide elite business management resources to their employees. BAU will now operate under the Groundworks name, while continuing to improve the customer experience and provide expertise and guidance from San Jose to Sacramento. Schedule your FREE inspection today! 1116054

"went horrible 2 week job took 7 months"

Cat D on April 2025

In 2005, Steven and Kelly Egloff founded Bay Area Underpinning with the goal of providing a cost-effective, engineered solution to foundation settlement problems with an emphasis on educating customers. In 2023, BAU partnered with Groundworks, the nation’s leading and fastest growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider, to offer the best products in the industry and provide elite business management resources to their employees. BAU will now operate under the Groundworks name, while continuing to improve the customer experience and provide expertise and guidance from San Jose to Sacramento. Schedule your FREE inspection today! 1116054

"went horrible 2 week job took 7 months"

Cat D on April 2025

Avatar for Mr. Ed's Plumbing & Rooter Service

Mr. Ed's Plumbing & Rooter Service

4.61(
18
)
•Approved Pro

Mr. Ed's Plumbing & Rooter Service

4.61(
18
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
32 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

Looking for reliable plumbing services in Stockton/Modesto? Look no further than Mr. Ed's Plumbing & Rooter Service. With over 15 years of experience, our family-owned business is dedicated to providing top-notch plumbing solutions for your home projects. Contact us today for all your plumbing needs.

"Best ever! Freddie was so awesome! Knowledgeable, caring, friendly, fast, and not too expensive. Will use every time I have a plumbing issue. Also will tell anyone that needs a plumber. And shout outs to his buddy to, just forget his name."

Mandy A on May 2024

Looking for reliable plumbing services in Stockton/Modesto? Look no further than Mr. Ed's Plumbing & Rooter Service. With over 15 years of experience, our family-owned business is dedicated to providing top-notch plumbing solutions for your home projects. Contact us today for all your plumbing needs.

"Best ever! Freddie was so awesome! Knowledgeable, caring, friendly, fast, and not too expensive. Will use every time I have a plumbing issue. Also will tell anyone that needs a plumber. And shout outs to his buddy to, just forget his name."

Mandy A on May 2024

Avatar for Groundworks

Groundworks

4.67(
12
)
•Approved Pro

Groundworks

4.67(
12
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
18 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Groundworks, formerly Bay Area Underpinning, specializes in helping homeowners with their residential and commercial foundation repair and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the Sacramento and San Jose areas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation. Schedule your FREE inspection today! 1116054

"We hired Groundworks CA (fka Bay Area Underpinning) for what we understood was a full foundation repair. We paid $42K. They only worked on the rear and never informed us that the front wasn’t included. Months later, while selling our home, a third-party engineer found $189K in unaddressed issues at the front. We were blindsided, lost our buyer, and suffered major financial and emotional stress. Groundworks later admitted they hadn’t measured the front. Their rushed “final inspection” months later felt reactive, not professional. When asked for a partial refund, they refused. We feel misled and abandoned. Avoid."

Dominick M on June 2025

Groundworks, formerly Bay Area Underpinning, specializes in helping homeowners with their residential and commercial foundation repair and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the Sacramento and San Jose areas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation. Schedule your FREE inspection today! 1116054

"We hired Groundworks CA (fka Bay Area Underpinning) for what we understood was a full foundation repair. We paid $42K. They only worked on the rear and never informed us that the front wasn’t included. Months later, while selling our home, a third-party engineer found $189K in unaddressed issues at the front. We were blindsided, lost our buyer, and suffered major financial and emotional stress. Groundworks later admitted they hadn’t measured the front. Their rushed “final inspection” months later felt reactive, not professional. When asked for a partial refund, they refused. We feel misled and abandoned. Avoid."

Dominick M on June 2025

NONNO'S HOME & GARDEN REPAIR

No reviews yet

NONNO'S HOME & GARDEN REPAIR

No reviews yet
17 years of experience

FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. NO SERVICE FEE. MAY CONTACT THROUGH E-MAIL OR PHONE. ASK ABOUT ANGIE'S LIST DISCOUNT.

FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. NO SERVICE FEE. MAY CONTACT THROUGH E-MAIL OR PHONE. ASK ABOUT ANGIE'S LIST DISCOUNT.

C&J Marvin Enterprise

5.00(
1
)

C&J Marvin Enterprise

5.00(
1
)
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

C&J Marvan Enterprise

C&J Marvan Enterprise

Quality Concrete & Artificial Grass/Turf

No reviews yet

Quality Concrete & Artificial Grass/Turf

No reviews yet
Emergency services offered

Quality Concrete work, from broom finish to any stamp and color. Also install Quality Artificial Grass with several samples for you to choose from. We are building our reputation so be aware quality comes first

Quality Concrete work, from broom finish to any stamp and color. Also install Quality Artificial Grass with several samples for you to choose from. We are building our reputation so be aware quality comes first

Avatar for Dr.Sprinkler Repair (Modesto, CA)

Dr.Sprinkler Repair (Modesto, CA)

No reviews yet

Dr.Sprinkler Repair (Modesto, CA)

No reviews yet
10 years of experience

Dr. Sprinkler Repair specializes in sprinkler repairs for all of the Modesto, CA area. We strive for outstanding customer service through excellent communication and work quality. Our goal is to make sure that YOU are satisfied with your Dr. Sprinkler Repair experience!

Dr. Sprinkler Repair specializes in sprinkler repairs for all of the Modesto, CA area. We strive for outstanding customer service through excellent communication and work quality. Our goal is to make sure that YOU are satisfied with your Dr. Sprinkler Repair experience!

Avatar for Prodigy Works

Prodigy Works

4.92(
25
)

Prodigy Works

4.92(
25
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

We use the latest technology and best practices. All pruning is done in accordance to ISA standards and our company is experienced on all aspects of tree service,landscape, and irrigation. No job is too small or too big. So call us today for a free no obligation appraisal and take advantage of your MEMBER DISCOUNT!.

"This company deserves more than 5 stars. Carlos and his team went beyond my expectations in every way possible. I was contacted within minutes of my request for an estimate, and I was able to get an estimate the next day. The estimate was reasonable for the work involved, and we were able to schedule service a week later. The team arrived that day and took care of the entire job like a finely oiled machine! I was so impressed. And to top it off, Carlos is so friendly, knowledgeable and professional, that I felt that he had my back the entire time. I am certain that I will be calling again in the future for other jobs."

Jennifer C on June 2021

We use the latest technology and best practices. All pruning is done in accordance to ISA standards and our company is experienced on all aspects of tree service,landscape, and irrigation. No job is too small or too big. So call us today for a free no obligation appraisal and take advantage of your MEMBER DISCOUNT!.

"This company deserves more than 5 stars. Carlos and his team went beyond my expectations in every way possible. I was contacted within minutes of my request for an estimate, and I was able to get an estimate the next day. The estimate was reasonable for the work involved, and we were able to schedule service a week later. The team arrived that day and took care of the entire job like a finely oiled machine! I was so impressed. And to top it off, Carlos is so friendly, knowledgeable and professional, that I felt that he had my back the entire time. I am certain that I will be calling again in the future for other jobs."

Jennifer C on June 2021

Nature's Image Landscape Design

No reviews yet

Nature's Image Landscape Design

No reviews yet
22 years of experience

Nature's Image Landscape Design offers custom affordable residential landscape design. We work closely with our clients and take pride in offering the best landscape design service possible.

Nature's Image Landscape Design offers custom affordable residential landscape design. We work closely with our clients and take pride in offering the best landscape design service possible.

Concrete R US

No reviews yet

Concrete R US

No reviews yet
Free onsite estimate

Concrete R US can tackle any type of jobs. no matter what size, big or small, we have many years of experience in concrete. from foundations to driveways, walkways and any kind of repair. We also do masonry work.

Concrete R US can tackle any type of jobs. no matter what size, big or small, we have many years of experience in concrete. from foundations to driveways, walkways and any kind of repair. We also do masonry work.

...
Showing 1-10 of 396
FAQs for basement drainage channels installation projects in Tracy, CA

Expect a well-built French drain to last 30 to 40 years. By channeling both surface- and ground-water away from your foundation, the system relieves hydrostatic pressure and helps prevent costly structural damage. Choose a pipe with a quality cloth filter to keep sediment out and extend the drain’s life. A quick annual inspection and routine cleanouts will keep water flowing freely, ensuring the system continues to protect your home for years to come.

Most French drains sit two feet below grade, but depth ultimately depends on the problem you’re solving. For puddling rainwater or snowmelt, a shallow curtain drain at lawn level often does the trick. To handle rising groundwater, pros dig deeper, down to the footing, and run the pipe beneath the basement slab. A drainage contractor will determine the optimal depth for your specific soil conditions and water issues.

A properly installed interior French drain captures water at the slab, channels it to a sump pit, and directs it safely outside, preventing basement floods before they occur. Because the pipe sits just under the floor edge, a plumber can reach it easily for cleaning or repairs. Pairing the drain with a reliable sump pump gives you the best long-term protection.

Hire a contractor who installs drainage systems every day—typically a foundation specialist, drainage contractor, experienced landscaper, or plumber with waterproofing experience. These pros understand slope, soil, and local codes, and they have the equipment to trench safely around utilities. Ask for references and photos of recent jobs to be sure they can design a system that keeps water off your foundation for decades.

Once the drain is in, patch the yard by reseeding bare spots or replacing plants the crew removed. Inside, look for ways to add value—finishing the basement or upgrading interior waterproofing while the space is open often costs less now than later. Schedule a quick annual checkup to flush sediment and confirm the pipe and sump pump are clear. Consistent maintenance ensures the drain functions properly and protects your investment.

Most policies don’t cover the cost of repairing a French drain itself, but they may provide coverage for water damage if the system fails. Coverage varies by insurer, so be sure to read the fine print or contact your agent before any issues arise. If you live in a high-risk flood zone, consider a separate flood policy to close the gap. Knowing your coverage in advance helps you budget for repairs and avoid unexpected costs.

The Tracy, CA homeowners’ guide to basement drainage channels installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles