Catch Basin & Yard Drain Installation in Seattle & King County WA
Say goodbye to swampy yards and standing water with custom yard drain solutions that actually work.
We install catch basins and yard drainage systems that collect and move excess water away from problem areas — protecting your foundation, lawn, and landscaping.
What Are Catch Basins and Yard Drains?
Stop Water Before It Sits
Catch basins are underground drainage boxes that collect runoff and debris, then connect to buried pipes that carry water away from your home.
Yard drains — also known as surface or area drains — capture pooling water from lawns, gardens, and low spots to prevent:
Muddy, unusable yards
Pooling near foundations or patios
Washed-out mulch or landscaping
Basement and crawlspace moisture
Erosion around property edges
They're ideal for flat or poorly draining areas where water has nowhere to go.
What’s Included
What’s in a Sandbagger Yard Drain System?
Every system is custom-designed for your yard and built to handle heavy rainfall. We provide:
Site walk-through and grading assessment
Catch basin placement at low points
Perforated or solid pipe installation
Tie-ins to French drains, drywells, or city storm lines
Filter fabric and gravel backfill
Clean-out access for easy maintenance
Full landscape restoration
Our systems are built to work below the surface — where your drainage problems start.
Perfect For These Problems
When You Might Need a Catch Basin or Yard Drain
Water pooling in the middle of your yard
Mushy grass or squishy soil after rain
Moisture seeping into basement walls
Driveway or sidewalk flooding
Flat yards with no natural drainage
Why Choose Sandbagger
Trusted for Reliable Residential Drainage
Woman-owned, Seattle-based, RainWise-certified
WA State Certified Erosion & Sediment Control Lead
200+ yard systems installed in King County
Expert installs with invisible finishes
Clean work crews and responsive communication
Where We Work
Catch Basin Installation in King County WA
We install surface drainage systems for homeowners in:
Seattle
Burien
RENTON
KENT
DES MOINES
SHORELINE
TUKWILA
Bellevue
Federal Way
& surrounding areas
REVIEWS
What Clients Say
Lauren J., Bellevue WA
Water used to pool in the middle of the yard. Sandbagger added two basins and now it drains perfectly.
Daniel K., Shoreline WA
Professional, quick install, and the yard looked untouched after. Great experience.
FAQs
FAQs About Catch Basins & Yard Drains
What’s the difference between a catch basin and a yard drain?
Catch basins collect debris and water at low points. Yard drains (area drains) collect surface water across a broader area. We often install both together.
Will it ruin my lawn?
We trench carefully, keep the footprint small, and fully restore turf and landscaping after the install.
How do I know if I need one?
If water sits in your yard for hours or days after rain, or you see erosion or flooding, it’s time to get a professional drainage inspection.
Let’s Drain That Yard for Good
We’ll walk your property, pinpoint the problem, and build a system that keeps water moving — not pooling.