Exterior Drainage That Protects Your Foundation
ADS® solid triple‑wall pipe, correct slope, and clean discharges. We don’t install black corrugated pipe — and we still hand‑dig most runs to protect your lawn.
Locally Owned
Lifetime Warranty
5-Star Rated in Ohio, Columbus
At Spartan we only use high-quality drainage pipes from ADS (Advanced Drainage Systems). We will never install black corrugated piping, which is prone to poor fall, shifting, becoming brittle over time, and moving far less water than a high-quality pipe. The vast majority of our buried downspout jobs are still dug by hand. We do this to preserve your grass and yard, ensuring the best appearance and minimal disruption to your home.
Why Exterior Drainage Matters
What happens during a rainfall? (620 gallons example)
Buried downspouts, french drains, curtain drains, catch basins and more. These methods of surface and roof water removal are critical to your home’s health. A single inch of rainfall on a 1,000-square-foot roof can send over 620 gallons of water through your gutters. To put that into perspective, that’s enough water to fill more than ten 50-gallon rain barrels. This highlights how a seemingly small amount of rain can lead to a massive volume of water that needs to be properly managed to protect your home.
Why dumping water near the foundation is dangerous
Buried downspouts, also known as underground downspout extensions, are a highly effective way to protect your home’s foundation from water damage. When it rains, gutters collect water from your roof, and downspouts are designed to channel it away. However, if your downspouts simply dump water near the foundation, the soil can become oversaturated. This pooling water can exert pressure on your foundation, lead to cracks and shifting, and even cause basement flooding.
How buried downspouts fix the problem
By burying the downspout drainage lines, you re-direct the water through a system of pipes that carry it a safe distance away from the house, ideally to the street where the city storm drain system can permanently remove the water. This prevents water from collecting around the foundation, which in turn reduces the risk of soil erosion, hydrostatic pressure, and other structural issues.
What We Install
Buried Downspouts
Solid, smooth-wall runs with proper fall.
French / Curtain Drains
Collect surface & shallow groundwater.
Catch Basins
Intercept yard low spots and drive water to discharge.
Cleanouts & Adapters
Service access and tight transitions from gutters.
Choosing the Right System
| Type | Best For | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Buried Downspouts | Roof runoff management | ADS® smooth-wall pipe; min 1/4" per-foot fall; clean discharge |
| French / Curtain Drain | Surface & shallow groundwater | Gravel + fabric wrapped line routes water away |
| Catch Basins | Low spots & pooling areas | Captures sheet flow; ties into discharge line |
Buried Downspout Components
- Downspout Adapter – An adapter is used to connect the downspout to the underground drainage pipe.
- Underground Pipe - This is the pipe that is buried in a trench. It is typically a solid (non-perforated) tripe wall polyethylene plasic to prevent water from seeping into the surrounding soil near the foundation. The pipe is installed with a continuous downward slope of at least 1/4 inch per foot to ensure the water flows away from the house.
- Cleanout – A cleanout is often installed at the connection point to allow for easy access to the pipe for clearing any clogs from leaves, dirt, or other debris.
- Discharge Point – This is where the underground pipe ends and the water is released. The best discharge point is in the street or other storm drain but it is common to discharge downhill and as far as possible from home in the country. The discharge point must be located a safe distance from the house and in an area that can handle the volume of water.
Our Standards:
ADS® quality pipe only • No black corrugated • Many lines hand‑dug for minimal yard impact • Proper slope & compacted bedding.
Lifetime Warranty
All exterior drainage installations are backed by a transferable lifetime warranty — ensuring long-term performance and peace of mind.
5-Star Service
Locally trusted team in Columbus, OH — hand-dug installations for minimal lawn disturbance and a clean finish.
High-Quality Materials
We use ADS® smooth-wall piping — never black corrugated — for durability, proper slope, and maximum water flow.
The Spartan Process
Free Inspection
Assess roof area, grades & pooling.
Design & Layout
Pipe sizing, slopes, discharge points.
Hand‑Dig & Protect
Minimize yard impact; clean trench lines.
Install & Backfill
ADS® pipe, compacted bedding, cleanouts.
Test & Warranty
Flow test and lifetime coverage.
Schedule Your Free Exterior Drainage Inspection
- ✓ Same/next-day callbacks
- ✓ Lifetime warranty eligible
- ✓ Clean discharges with proper fall
- ✓ Licensed & insured
Locally Owned
Lifetime Warranty
5-Star Rated in Ohio, Columbus