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• <div><p>There are a couple of things you can do to help prevent your French drain grate from clogging. First, keep yard debris clear so it doesn’t wash into the drain and clog the grate. You can also install a screen or filter over the grate to prevent large pieces of debris from entering the access point.</p></div>

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Last update on April 14, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
I called Jeff’s for my kitchen drain being plugged. I had called someone else first but they could not cone for two days. Jeff’s were at my house the next day. It ended up I had a pipe that was broken. Andy and Paul fixed the problem. They explained what needed to be done and an estimate of the...
Jeff's Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Inc
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Reviewed in April 2024
Nice clean job. Responsible service.
Dynasty Snow & Lawn Care
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Reviewed in March 2023
Had Austin with MBF Drain Tile Systems put in a trench drain in the garage. Communication and finished product was great.
MBF Drain Tile Systems, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
Quick, clean, and thoroughly done.
CRU'Cr8-4u
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Reviewed in September 2022
This company is excellent to work with. Very professional and they do a thorough job. Excellent communication with the customer. Did a great job with clean up as well. Could hardly tell where they put the drain in. My neighbors were very impressed as well.
Accelerated Green Works
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Reviewed in May 2022
From start to finish, Kevin and his crew are the best in the business. Very thorough communication and seeing things through to the end. Kevin is very attentive to concerns and very reassuring. Nobody in this company’s line of work could possibly match what drain services has going on. They...
Drain Services Inc
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Reviewed in October 2021
Good job cleaning out the gutters.
Skol Home Services
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Reviewed in September 2021
I am so impressed with Brighter Carpet Cleaning. Everything about my experience was exceptional. They are professional and willing to do anything you need them to do. They take great care in every step of the process. i would recommend Brighter Carpet Cleaning to anyone who wants some deep...
Brighter Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in July 2021
They were on time, clean and neat.
High Plains Water, Inc.
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

While you don’t have to run out and immediately buy a new toilet at the first sign of a clog, if the toilet keeps clogging because it’s a low-flow or poorly designed model, a new toilet may be the way to go. If your toilet keeps clogging, you can try using less toilet paper, adjusting the fill valve, checking the toilet vent pipe on the roof, and using a toilet auger to make sure nothing is stuck in the pipe or trap.

You may have a clogged gutter. Downspouts can also clog if your gutter collects too much debris. Hire a professional gutter cleaner, and if you still have problems, install a gutter guard (which prevents debris from entering your gutter system) and a downspout extension (which helps drain water further away from your foundation, so it doesn't pool near your house). Follow these tips to keep your gutter downspouts clean.

There are a couple of things you can do to help prevent your French drain grate from clogging. First, keep yard debris clear so it doesn’t wash into the drain and clog the grate. You can also install a screen or filter over the grate to prevent large pieces of debris from entering the access point.

Most clogs are resolved quickly, often within an hour. More complex issues requiring pipe disassembly might take longer.

To keep window wells from filling up with water, you need to stay on top of maintenance. Remove debris as it fills up, and regularly loosen the gravel at the base if it’s become compacted. You can also reslope your yard to make sure water flows away from the window well (and your home’s foundation), and you can even install a window well cover to prevent debris from building up. Installing an actual drainpipe at the base of the well can also prevent window well drainage problems.

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