Drainage & Utility Services in Nanaimo, BC
On the wet coast, water has to go somewhere, and when it pools against your foundation it becomes a problem. Maxx Contracting installs and replaces perimeter drainage, drain tile, and French drains, and handles water, sewer, and utility lines across Nanaimo and central Vancouver Island.
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What's Included
Drainage & Utility Services in Nanaimo
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Perimeter drainage / drain tile new installs and replacement of failed foundation drains, the most common job on older Island homes.
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French drains to intercept and carry away groundwater.
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Foundation & footing drainage keep water off the footing and out of the basement or crawlspace.
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Catch basins & yard drains capture surface water before it sits.
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Swales & surface regrading shape the ground to shed water away from the house.
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Sump & downspout connections tie everything into a proper outflow.
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Water & sewer line installation & repair service connections and replacements.
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Underground utility trenching clean, located, to code.
Why Maxx
No low bids. No cut corners.
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Honest pricing A detailed quote after we see the site, not a phone guess.
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Timely delivery We dig, install, and reinstate cleanly.
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Reliable communication We explain what is failing and what we are installing.
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Experienced crew and modern equipment Proper locates, clean trenches, and restored surfaces.
Recent Work
Drainage & Utility Services projects on the Island
Reviews
What clients say
★★★★★
“Reliable and affordable service… proper clean-up was part of every job.”
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“They did a superb job, in a timely fashion… You will not go wrong by having them do your project.”
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“You guys dug up my waterline on Fitzwilliam St. today. Tonight when I returned home from work I had a look at the job. Good work! The driveway you had to dig up looks great. You were here when you said you would be. You got the job done. The price was reasonable. I will have no hesitation recommending you to friends or calling you back if I need your services again.”
★★★★★
“After 17 years in my house it was time for a new front deck. Very special thanks to Steve and Dave for an extraordinary job. I LOVE my new front porch, and it makes my whole house look so much better too. I am already looking forward to my new deck in the backyard. You will have all my business now. You guys are #1.”
★★★★★
“Just wanted to say thanks for all the services you provided for us, and you can be sure we will tell our friends about your company and how satisfied both Mary and I are.”
FAQ
Questions about drainage & utility services
What are the signs of a perimeter drainage (drain tile) problem?
The usual signs are water pooling against the foundation, a wet or musty basement or crawlspace, white staining on foundation walls, soggy spots in the yard that never dry out, and overflowing downspouts. On older Nanaimo homes the original drain tile is often clogged with silt or roots, or has collapsed, letting water sit against the footing. We can excavate to inspect and replace it.
What is drain tile / perimeter drainage, and how long does it last?
Perimeter drainage (often called drain tile) is the perforated pipe-and-gravel system around your footing that carries groundwater away from the foundation. A properly installed modern system (perforated pipe, filter fabric, clean drain rock, and a clear outflow) typically lasts decades. Older systems silt up or crush over time, which is why replacement is one of the most common drainage jobs we do.
What does perimeter drainage or a French drain cost in Nanaimo?
It depends on the length of the run, how deep we excavate to reach the footing, access around the house, soil and rock conditions, any landscaping or hardscaping we dig through and reinstate, and where the water can be routed. Because it is an excavation job, we give you a detailed quote after a free site visit.
Do you handle permits and utility locates for water and sewer work?
Yes. Water-line and sewer-line work, and any digging near services, requires a BC 1 Call utility locate before we break ground, and connections may need permits and inspection. We arrange the locates and help with the permitting.
Can you fix yard pooling and regrade for drainage?
Yes. Beyond foundation drains, we install catch basins and yard drains, cut swales, regrade surfaces to shed water away from the house, and connect downspouts and sumps to a proper outflow, so the water ends up where you want it instead of in your basement or lawn.
What areas do you serve for drainage and utility work?
We serve Nanaimo, Lantzville, Cedar, Ladysmith, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Duncan, and the surrounding central Vancouver Island communities.
Our Services
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Full-service site work
One crew, dirt to finish
Excavation & Site Services Grading · Trenching · Demo
Hardscaping & Outdoor Living Patios · Walls · Pavers
Retaining Walls Allan Block · Rock · Engineered
Patios & Pavers Patios · Walkways · Driveways
Septic System Installation & Design Design · Install · Inspection
Custom Decks Cedar · Composite · Railings
Fencing Wood · Chain Link · Gates
Drainage & Utility Services Drain Tile · Water · Sewer
Dump Truck & Bin Services Hauling · Bins · Disposal
Snow & Ice Management Plowing · Salting · Commercial
Playground Installation Equipment · Surfacing · Safety
Land Clearing & Grading Clearing · Grubbing · Stumps
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