Drainage Solutions · San Antonio, New Braunfels & surrounding areas

San Antonio Drainage Solutions

Standing water in the yard? Water running up against the house — or worse, into the garage? AAIS designs and installs custom drainage systems, including French drains, that move water away from your home for good.

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★ Est. 2003 · Locally Owned & Operated Drainage Solutions

Why Does Your Yard Hold Water?

A lot of San Antonio and New Braunfels yards sit on heavy clay soil and flat or low-lying lots that just don’t drain on their own. After a hard Texas rain, water has nowhere to go — so it pools in the yard, runs toward the house, and sometimes seeps into the garage.

We design and install custom drainage systems that intercept that water and carry it away from your foundation to a safe discharge point — permanently.

Standing Water
Puddles and soggy spots that linger long after the rain stops.
Water Against the House
Runoff pooling at the foundation, where it can do real damage.
Water in the Garage
Water sheeting down the driveway and under the garage door.
Erosion & Washouts
Mulch, soil, and grass washing away every time it storms.
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French Drains, Done Right

A French drain is a subsurface system — perforated pipe set in gravel and wrapped in filter fabric — that intercepts groundwater and redirects it away from foundations, patios, and low-lying areas.

It’s the most effective way to deal with water that collects underground and against your home. We size and route every one to your exact yard.

Perforated pipe in a gravel bed, wrapped in filter fabric
Intercepts groundwater before it reaches your foundation
Routed to a safe discharge point away from the house
French drain installation with perforated pipe and gravel in a San Antonio yard
What we install

Our Drainage Solutions

Every property is different — we match the right system, or combination, to your yard.

French Drains
Perforated pipe & gravel that intercept groundwater underground
Surface Drains & Catch Basins
Capture water from lawns, gutters & hardscapes before it pools
Channel & Trench Drains
Grated drains for driveways, pool decks & walkways
Dry Creek Beds
Decorative stone channels that move water and look great
Downspout Extensions
Carry roof runoff underground, away from the foundation
Regrading & Swales
Reshape low spots so water flows away instead of pooling
How we work

Our Drainage Process

We find out exactly where the water comes from and where it needs to go before we ever break ground.

01

On-Site Evaluation

We walk the property and pinpoint where water collects and why.

02

Custom Drainage Design

We map the right system and a safe discharge point for your lot.

03

Excavate & Lay Pipe

We trench clean lines and set perforated or solid pipe at the right slope.

04

Gravel, Fabric & Backfill

Filter fabric and gravel go in, then we backfill and restore the surface.

05

Set Outlets & Discharge

Basins, grates, and outlets are placed to carry water safely away.

06

Test & Walkthrough

We run water through the whole system and show you how it protects your home.

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Standing water pooling against a San Antonio home foundation after heavy rain We move water away from where it does damage
Why it matters

Water Against Your Foundation Is a Big Deal

In San Antonio’s clay soils, water pooling against the house is more than a nuisance — soil that swells and shrinks with moisture is hard on slabs, and standing water finds its way into garages and low spots fast.

Proper drainage protects:

Your foundation — by keeping water from pooling against the slab
Your garage — by intercepting driveway runoff before it gets in
Your landscaping — no more washed-out beds or drowned grass
Your yard — no standing water, mud, or mosquito breeding
Do you need drainage?

Signs You Need a Drainage System

If any of these sound familiar, it’s time for an evaluation.

Standing Water After Rain
Puddles that sit for hours or days after a storm.
Water in the Garage
Water sheeting down the driveway and under the door.
Pooling at the Foundation
Wet soil and standing water right against the house.
Erosion & Washouts
Mulch and soil washing downhill with every rain.
Soggy, Mushy Lawn
Spongy spots that never seem to dry out.
Mosquitoes & Musty Smell
Trapped water breeding pests and odors near the house.
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Why San Antonio Trusts AAIS

Over two decades protecting San Antonio, New Braunfels & surrounding-area homes from water damage.

Built right here in our hometown

A Homegrown Business, Not Just Another Contractor

Chris Mayberry started All American Irrigation Systems in 2003, at just 18 years old, passing out flyers door-to-door in the neighborhood he grew up in. Over 20 years later, AAIS is one of the most trusted irrigation companies in the San Antonio area — relied on by HOA boards, national brands, and regional property groups, with a team that still shows up with the same pride and professionalism on every job.

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People buy from people, not companies.

— A lesson from Chris’s grandfather
All American Irrigation Systems branded service trucks parked along a San Antonio neighborhood street
Local trucks, on the road across San Antonio, New Braunfels & the surrounding areas
Drainage FAQ

Drainage Questions, Answered

What San Antonio and New Braunfels homeowners ask us most about drainage.

If water stands in your yard for hours after rain, runs toward the house, gets into the garage, or leaves soggy spots that never dry, you likely need drainage. A free on-site evaluation tells us for sure.
A French drain is a perforated pipe set in a gravel bed and wrapped in filter fabric. It collects water underground and redirects it away from your foundation and low spots to a safe discharge point.
To a safe discharge point appropriate for your lot — a lower area of the yard, a curb or street, a drainage easement, or a pop-up emitter — following grade and local code.
Yes. A channel drain across the driveway, combined with regrading and downspout tie-ins, intercepts runoff before it reaches the garage door.
There is some digging, but we keep it tidy — trenches are backfilled and the surface restored. Lines settle in and the lawn recovers quickly.
Yes. French drains and downspout extensions are the go-to fix for moving water away from the slab and protecting your foundation.
It depends on your yard, the type of system, and how far the water has to travel. We give a free on-site evaluation and a clear estimate before any work.
Yes. Our drainage installations are backed by a workmanship warranty, and we test the full system with you before we leave.
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Stop fighting the water

Put an End to Standing Water

Get a custom drainage plan that moves water away from your home and yard — French drains, channel drains, catch basins, and more, built for your San Antonio property with a free on-site evaluation.

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Custom-designed for your yard
Foundation & garage protection
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