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The Basics of Z884: Zurn’s 4″ Drain
04
Apr
Apr
Z884 Drainage System There is a wide variety of applications that require a trench drain system. Finding a drain system that fits both a commercial and a residential project can be difficult. The Z884 by Zurn is a general purpose shallow drainage system and is ideal for both. A smooth round base allows this channel […]
Decorative Grating, Driveways, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Style, Uncategorized
Decorative Grating for POLYCAST 600
18
Mar
Mar
There are multiple trench drain systems available on the market today, but not all have the application flexibility as Hubbell’s POLYCAST 600 series. These pre-sloped drain systems are ideal for a variety of projects and often use a standard slotted ductile iron grate, as it is a versatile option. Occasionally, there is a need for […]
Driveways, General, Home Improvement, NDS Products, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Uncategorized, Urban Drainage
Replacing Broken Trench Drain Grates
09
Feb
Feb
Replacing broken trench drain grates is important. A damaged system causes multiple issues throughout an application. There are several questions to ask and steps that should be taken when considering changing out broken grate covers. Replacing Broken Trench Grates Several reasons cause grates to need replacing, age and improper specification are among the most common. […]
Driveways, General, Home Improvement, Uncategorized, Urban Drainage
Introducing Driveway Drainage Kits
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Jan
Jan
Driveway drainage kits are ideal for residential and a variety of commercial applications. The installation of a drain system is an important part of any new or existing infrastructure. A trench drain can stretch across the entire driveway effectively stopping the water flow before it can harm your garage, basement, foundation, or nearby structures. The […]
General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, NDS Products, Patios, Uncategorized, Urban Drainage
Pardon My French “Drain”
06
Dec
Dec
Standing water is an continuous issue when it comes to landscapes. Simple hand-dug ditches are one of the earliest forms of water drainage. By creating an outlet that was lower than the current soil level a natural drainage system was created. Developing over the years this process transformed into French drains and then into the […]
Driveways, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Profile Drains, Uncategorized, Urban Drainage
Common Reasons Why Trench Drains Fail
01
Dec
Dec
Trench drain systems can be a large, but important investment to any property. There are multiple facets to each project that help determine how and what drainage system to use. Fundamental mistakes are often made that cause a new installation of trench drain to fail. This happens when the entire scope of the project isn’t […]
Driveways, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Style, Uncategorized, Urban Drainage
Fiberglass Grating Options for Trench Drains
04
Nov
Nov
Fiberglass Grating As the price of stainless steel increases, fiberglass is filling the gap. Fiberglass is a component that has been found to be very useful in many trench drain applications. This strong, lightweight material is easily fabricated into grating for standard and custom drain applications. It’s chemical and corrosion resistance puts it in a […]
Catch Basins, Driveways, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Profile Drains, Uncategorized, Urban Drainage
Maintaining Your Drainage System
13
Oct
Oct
At some point, you may have to deal with a clogged drainage system at your home or business. One of the best ways to avoid drain system failure and water damage to property as a result, is regular maintenance. Cleaning out your landscape drainage a few times a year will help in more ways than […]
Decorative Grating, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, MAX Mini, NDS Products, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Style, Uncategorized
NDS Mini Channel-Decorative Grating Options
31
Aug
Aug
Mini Channel and NDS National Diversified Sales (NDS) is a plastic trench drain and grate manufacturer. They have a broad selection of plastic trench drain systems that are used in a variety of applications. The 3 inch-wide Mini Channel is popular due to its lightweight honeycomb design, UV protected channels and a price point which […]