Drainage Solutions for Wet Basements in the DMV
Keep Water Out and Your Basement Dry
Our drainage systems are the first defense against a wet basement—redirecting water before it can reach your foundation and cause costly damage.
What Are Drainage Solutions for Wet Basements?
Smart Water Control That Stops Leaks Before They Start
Basement leaks often begin outside your home. Our drainage systems prevent water from ever reaching your foundation by redirecting rain, runoff, and groundwater. With the DMV’s frequent storms and dense clay soils, exterior drainage is a critical piece of any long-term waterproofing strategy.


Surface Drainage Systems
Guide heavy rain away from your home before it seeps into your basement.
French Drains
Relieve pressure by draining subsurface water away from foundation walls.
Grading and Swales
Reshape the ground to encourage proper water flow.
Downspout Extensions
Carry roof runoff safely away from your basement and foundation.
Catch Basins
Collect and redirect pooled water from flat or low areas in your yard.
Our Installation Process
Expert Installation That Keeps Water Out
At DMV Foundation Solutions, every system starts with an in-depth inspection to locate the source of your water issues. We tailor our drainage plans to stop basement leaks before they happen—whether that means installing French drains, regrading the yard, or extending your downspouts.
Identify water entry points and evaluate topography.
Dig channels and prepare for system placement.
Implement the right combination of drains, basins, extensions, or drywells.
Verify water flow and restore disturbed areas.
Leave your home clean and protected from future water intrusion.
Drainage System FAQs
Wet Basement Questions, Answered
Q: Can drainage stop my basement from leaking?
A: Yes. External drainage solutions are often the first and most important step in preventing basement water intrusion.
Q: Why is my basement leaking after heavy rain?
A: It’s usually due to poor drainage around the home—our systems fix that by redirecting water away.
Q: Will this solve my mold or musty odor problems?
A: By keeping water out, drainage systems can help eliminate the root cause of moisture, mold, and mildew.
Q: Will this damage my landscaping?
A: By keeping water out, drainage systems can help eliminate the root cause of moisture, mold, and mildew.
Q: What type of system do I need?
A: Every home is different. After an inspection, we’ll recommend the best mix of drainage features for your property.
Q: How disruptive is the installation?
A: Some digging is required, but we take great care to minimize yard disturbance and fully clean up afterward.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Contact the DMV team and we will help.
What Homeowners Are Saying
See Why DMV Is a Trusted Local Name
lina naik2025-09-12 Russell was amazing in pinpointing our water issues! Ravi Khanna2025-09-12 Russel was thorough and personable! Great company! Michael Penn2025-07-31 Thanks to Geoff, project Mgr., and his crew of T & Morisio (sp). The latter graded and sculptured a difficult gravel driveway that turned and twisted. These guys, without any grumblings, went over their work, at my request, several times to even out the smallest of imperfections. Geoff, without asking, adjusted the cost as the scope of work was less material and labor intensive. I would reach out to DMV again. And, they were always responsive to voice and email. Very professional. Michael Julie Witsken2025-07-25 We called DMV to assess what else we might need to do to waterproof our basement after a couple incidents of water in the basement after heavy rain. Russell came out and spent over an hour with us reviewing our situation. He was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. In the end, he advised that there were a couple of relatively simple things we could do that unfortunately for DMV did not require their services. We are very grateful for his honesty - many other companies would have gladly recommended and charged us for work we didn’t need. Even though we aren’t using DMV at this time, they will be our first call if anything ever changes, and we will recommend them without hesitation to anyone who could use them. Heidy Lopez2025-06-26 Awesome team of professional workers and very Knowledgeable! We look forward to working with them in future projects. Laura Smalligan2025-06-24 We had a crawl space filled with construction debris we wanted encapsulated and some window wells that were starting to crack. DMV Foundations did a great job from start to finish! Everything was very smooth, the crew was super friendly, and the project was completed on time. Highly recommend! Charles Snyder2025-06-24 Quick and honest evaluation of our home. Not trying to upsell us on anything. Thanks! Melinda Jackson2025-06-11 The guys who worked on our foundation were OUTSTANDING!! They arrived early each day and were very professional. I would recommend DMV Foundation Solutions for any basement or water problems you may have in your home or business!! R. Claude2025-06-11 Russell was amazing and great very knowledgeable couldn’t imagine starting this work on our house without him
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Systems for Every Budget
We offer 0% interest, low-payment plans, and fast approvals—so you can stop leaks without breaking the bank.
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