Drainage Contractor
Water Goes Where It Is Supposed To.
Poor drainage is one of the most common and most costly problems on residential and industrial properties in Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. The clay soils, heavy rainfall, and flat terrain in this region make it easy for water to pool, erode, and damage structures over time. Ruck Excavating fixes drainage problems at the source.
We assess the site, identify where water is coming from and where it needs to go, and build the solution. Swales, ditches, French drains, perimeter drainage, and surface regrading. The goal is always the same: water off the site, away from structures, and flowing where it belongs.
Erosion control is handled at the same time where needed. Exposed slopes, disturbed ground, and areas at risk of sediment loss are addressed as part of the drainage solution.
GET A FREE QUOTE- ✓Surface drainage and regrading
- ✓Swales and drainage ditching
- ✓French drains and perimeter drainage
- ✓Erosion control on disturbed ground
- ✓Industrial yard drainage repair
- ✓BC One Call certified on every dig
- ✓WCB current, $5M liability insurance
Full Scope
What We Do
Surface Drainage
Grade shaping and surface regrading to move water off the property and away from structures. The most effective long-term drainage solution on most sites.
Swales & Ditching
Drainage swales and roadside ditches cut and shaped to convey water to the right outlet. Sized and graded for the volume and flow rate your site produces.
French Drains
Perforated pipe in gravel-filled trenches to collect and redirect subsurface water. Common around foundations, retaining walls, and low-lying areas where surface drainage alone is not enough.
Erosion Control
Exposed slopes and disturbed ground stabilized to prevent sediment loss. Ditching, berms, and surface treatment to protect adjacent properties and watercourses.
How It Works
The Process
Site Assessment
We walk the site, identify where water is entering and pooling, and determine the right solution. You get a clear scope and price before any work starts.
Grade & Install
Drainage solution installed to plan. Swales cut, pipe laid, French drains backfilled, and surface graded. BC One Call completed before any underground work.
Confirm & Hand Off
Drainage flow confirmed and site left clean. Erosion control in place where needed. Problem solved.
Common Questions
FAQ
How do I know if I have a drainage problem?
Standing water that does not drain within 24 hours, water pooling against your foundation, erosion on slopes, or a yard that stays soggy through the summer are all signs. Call us and we will come take a look.
What is the difference between a swale and a French drain?
A swale is a surface channel that moves water across or off a property. A French drain collects subsurface water through a perforated pipe and redirects it. Often both are used together for a complete drainage solution.
Can you fix drainage on an existing property without major disruption?
Yes. We work on occupied residential and commercial properties regularly. We plan the work to minimize disruption and restore disturbed areas when we are done.
Do you do drainage on industrial yards?
Yes. Industrial yard drainage is a common job for us. Rutted yards that hold water, standing puddles near loading areas, and yards that turn to mud in winter are all problems we fix.
Do you handle erosion control as part of the drainage work?
Yes. If your site has exposed slopes or disturbed ground that is at risk of erosion, we address that as part of the same job.
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