A trench drain catches water across a wide area, and it can protect a basement. Here is the Crystal Lake guide.
The design
A long channel with a grate collects water along its length instead of at one point.
The use
It works at garage doors, basement entries, and areas that see surface water.
The connection
The channel ties into a drain or a sump system that moves the water away.
The call
Keep the water moving out. Call 888-217-3585 and Crystal Lake Plumbing Pros will match you with a Crystal Lake pro.
Plumbing in Crystal Lake: what to know
In Crystal Lake, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across McHenry County — from Lake In The Hills, Cary and Algonquin to ZIP codes like 60014, 60156, 60012 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in Crystal Lake?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Crystal Lake Plumbing Pros will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Crystal Lake.