Who is responsible for the drains outside my house?

Generally speaking, you’re usually responsible for drains inside the boundaries of your property, while the sewerage company is responsible for lateral drains, which are usually outside of property boundaries, and sewers.

Why is my outside drain overflowing?

If you see that an outside drain is overflowing, this usually means that there is a blockage somewhere between the interior plumbing and the outside drain, or, an external blockage from outside debris.

How do I get drainage plans for my house?

How do I find drainage plans for my house?

The Council may hold your drainage plans.
Ask for drainage plans from the previous owner.
Ask your neighbours for drainage plans.
You have no obligation to submit your drainage plan to authorities.

Why is there a drain in my backyard?

Underground drainage systems lie hidden under most properties to convey excess water away from the home and yard. Besides protecting the house from excess moisture, drainage features prevent planting areas from flooding during storms or remaining waterlogged due to a high water table.

What causes a blockage in an outside drain pipe?

Leaves, dirt, and heavy rainstorms can be too much for the outside drains to take. Likewise, just like any drain pipe, an outside drain pipe can break or get root infested. While a blocked outside drain can happen any day of the year, it occurs most commonly during the Fall season.

What kind of pipes are used for outdoor drains?

There are a few different types of pipes used for an outdoor drain. These are corrugated pipe, perforated pipe, and PVC pipe. And like the plumbing system inside your house, outdoor drains can get clogged as well. But instead of things like waste, food, or toilet paper, your outdoor drain gets clogged with leaves, burrowing nests, mud, etc.

What should I do if my outside drain pipe is clogged?

The first step in clearing any type of clog affecting an outdoor drain pipe or other drainage system is to assess each outside property drain and look for obvious signs of items that typically clog these drains. Take a flashlight along to see dark underground holes or pipes better.

Why is there PVC pipe on the outside of my house?

We’ll probably have to pipe it outside the house somewhere. As others have said this is most likely AC or waterheater emergency pan drains. The normal drains should be plumbed to your sewage line, these would normally just be the overflow. I have both on my house… It’s drainage.

What kind of drainage system do I need for my house?

The drain is covered with gravel up to the soil’s surface. Roof water can cause havoc if not well drained. A gutter and downspout system help drain away all roof water away from the house walls. The downspout drain should extend away from the walls and preferably direct the water to a storm sewer or catch basin.

What kind of pipes are on the side of the House?

The two most common drain pipes that most people have on the side of their house are air conditioner condensate lines (AC drain line) and water heater pressure relief valve lines (PRV drain line). Let’s talk about each separately as this is the quickest way to know if your water leak is normal or something urgent.

Can a catch basin be used for a drain pipe?

A catch basin will collect standing water, allowing it to drain properly, and a French drain pipe uses small holes to collect the water while leaving the soil intact. You can then surround your drain pipe with drainage rock to create a stable base.