Is PVC drainage pipe REALLY worth it?

Is PVC worth the extra expense? Is PVC drainage pipe worth the extra effort? Is PVC the best drainage pipe?
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[@seasfas]

If that was me, and i did that work i would be proud as hell. All that water gushing out the pipes is super satisfying :D Do we want more of these videos? Hell yeah! :D The downvotes are from corrugated pipe sellers for sure.

[@GCFD]

Yes I am pretty proud of our work. And that we solve problems too!

[@WolfBaneization]

It must be really satisfying being able to come back to completed projects and seeing them work as intended several years later. Also the customers must be really satisfied if they let you come back :)

[@GCFD]

Yes and yes! I work specifically with drainage problems so I see the worst ones. I have witnessed life changing results for my customers by solving their flooding issues. They stay in touch.

[@mrollivetti]

In germany, we use always PVC pipe for these drainage needs you showed. Other pipe (currogated, perforated, from roll) ONLY as footer drain. Nice to see your professional work. Greetings from Germany

[@GCFD]

Thank you for sharing and watching. - Shawn

[@tnt666tnt]

Love the drainage drama. The guy who sells the blue pipe ain't gonna like this video, Shawn. I sure am enjoying it

[@GCFD]

Haha I feel like I'm just showing results that back up my opinions here. Let the drama continue!

[@UniqueSatellite]

I’ve commented several times and I think Shawn does a great job but there is a big installation difference between areas that freeze and areas that don’t. I personally have used both and since the pipe is so close to the surface we deal with a drastic shift in the soil and rigid pipes have more problems. Corrugated with enough fall performs great. Pvc works better with less fall but is no good if it freezes and breaks. So the real deal is what is best for each climate.

[@joerad4722]

@@UniqueSatellite I'm curious though, why would PVC freeze and break any different from corrugated? Both are in the ground and sub-surface and both are subject to the same conditions. I see PVC Sch 40 can become brittle at low temps, but how low and what happens with corrugated in the same condition? I'm a big data guy -- I'd like to see a study done to show comparison.

[@JSLEnterprises]

@@UniqueSatellite as someone who lives in an area with a 52" frost line, sdr 35 and sch40 have no issues with freeze/thaw, sdr35 has issues with large trees however. Sch40, no issues. Corrugated fails completely after a year when the standing water inside freezes and expands... even worse in the spring. sdr35 and sch40 has outward/inward pressure ratings (static and burst) starting at 165psi to 305psi. Same size corrugated has a pressure rating in the low teens... there is no comparison.

[@JSLEnterprises]

@@joerad4722 different mixes of pvc & hdpe range from -20 degrees centigrade to -45 degrees centigrade, corrugated becomes brittle at -5 to -10 degrees centigrade.

[@lukeknowles5700]

All of the water outflow shown here is a lovely graphic testimonial to your drainage and flow strategies, to your creativity and ingenuity, and to your leadership of the GCFD installation team of great colleagues, Shawn. Totally deserving of YUGE respect.

[@GCFD]

Thank you Luke! I also think the proof is in demonstrating the problematic water being delivered to an area where it is no longer a problem.

[@MsShannon1958]

Thanks for the great video Shawn. I chuckled when you called to go by the house and I said there are big storm chasers and then there’s you…rain storm chaser to see how the projects are holding up. Your videos were one of the reasons I chose to go with you all those 600 days ago. Looking back at the output was amazing and even more so that the yards weren’t completely under water as they used to be. Oh, and the basement is dry as a bone, hence why we called for job 1.

[@GCFD]

Thank you Shannon! It's always a pleasure to catch up and to work for you. I'm glad you made the call way back then. Until the pavers come back in stock!

[@AbdicateDotNet]

You are a great trend-setter. I've NEVER seen another video from someone who uses corrugated pipe demonstrate a year later it's clear functionality! Keep up the awesome work!! (And the wonderful videos!) 👏👍👏😁😷

[@GCFD]

Thank you!

[@hardwiired]

I installed a neighbors French drain, gutter, and yard drains all from your videos. All PVC and using your tips like don't connect catch basins to French drains. I did 2 separate systems. Everything still works great. Thanks for making videos!

[@GCFD]

Wow thanks for sharing Ethan! I'm glad you found my stuff useful and I be your neighbor does too! UNCC 2004 here.

[@SteveAddis]

You inspired to do my first french drain. In the first big storm, I walked in the rain like you did watching the water shoot out of the pipe. Just knowing it works 24/7! Thanks for doing the videos. You must have happy customers too. :)

[@ednaemode5762]

Setting reminder right now!

[@GCFD]

Haha Nice!

[@joetothej6034]

I agree with one of the other comments where they said the FDM wouldn't want to see this...I would still like to see him try to argue that....actually I wouldn't because he's annoying! Awesome video keep em coming!

[@GCFD]

haha I agree! I like to demonstrate my opinions to back them up.

[@chrisvonguggenberg]

I do find it amusing when FDM says that Sch 40 is smooth so it doesn't stay in place, gimmie a break, I do like the corrugated he sells, if I were doing a foundation drain I might use it. Otherwise I'm more comfortable with straight pipe.

[@southpike1000]

Absolutely worth it. That last house where the water was shooting out of that 4 inch pipe really surprised me. As you say, that's now water they don't have to worry about.

[@GCFD]

I was surprised as well. That was a 4" cylinder of water shooting out of there!

[@ToddTalksTech]

That's enough outflow to get the micro hydropower folks excited. If you PVC piped a whole neighborhood into a ravine that is real power potential!

[@gardenman3]

Looks like a 6 inch might have been a good idea there. Of course that much water does not come down all the time.

[@02b38]

Should make t-shirts that say “Got fall?” after that 18 minute mark

[@oceanlover1663]

Full bubble!

[@GCFD]

haha!

[@damiangopee2342]

I just love how you follow up on these jobs to show the solution at work! Keep up the excellent work! (from Trinidad and Tobago)

[@GCFD]

Thank you Damian!

[@camlendrim7609]

Great to see a man who loves and is proud of his work. 👍

[@jaycole3050]

I really like the follow up videos of your work during a major storm showing what you did is working so well. Watching the outfall of each drain pipe & then realizing all that water was sitting around a home doing major damage is amazing.

[@99ryanlee]

I’ve used some corrugated for my DIY drainage as it’s just easier to bend around the landscape, and the in-built slots are handy if you want a French drain style of drain. However ALL my roof stormwater goes into PVC all the way to the street, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. In a storm the outflow is like a water cannon and all the debris goes with it.

[@GCFD]

Thanks for sharing your results. I love the smooth wall and how it blows out debris.

[@bigtonkakid]

I love the follow up footage you don’t often get to see that, thank you very much. As you were driving in your car it sounded like you needed a hub bearing or was that the road?

[@GCFD]

It is tires. I need tires on that car. They don't have a ton of miles on them but about 6 years old.

[@p.tfreefree3082]

I love the fact that you do updates. Great job you’re a master at your craft

[@GCFD]

Thank you! I think the updates are so telling and demonstrate the results. Opinions should always be backed up.

[@waberterhorst1116]

thanks for revisiting old projects. these kinds of updates really show the value of your work

[@GCFD]

I agree. Definitely worth the efforts.

[@scounty]

Needing to redo the drainage in my yard and i found your channel while looking up french drains. So glad I did, this has helped me out tremendously.

[@GCFD]

Wow! I'm glad you've found my stuff useful. Best luck in your project! - Shawn

[@nightrider2002]

Seeing these updates with showing how good pvc was amazing. I love that you continually followup and hope you will continue making these. Love your videos!

[@GCFD]

Thank you nightrider! Seeing these systems in action and solving the problems is my favorite part of my work.

[@LaFox23]

PVC is the only way to go! I have a corrugated system in my backyard that cant even handle a hose!

[@GCFD]

I can't tell you how many times I've run a hose in one of those pipes with the homeowner trying to figure out where it comes out...

[@atomicwedgie8176]

I live in the FARM tile capitol of the world, Iowa. I have helped install it, and the contractors ALL try to get it 30'' or deeper, in the soil profile...crushes easily. Some of these guys have been doing this for 50+ years! They call it FIELD TILE for a reason! You are doing the correct way to alleviate excess water, Shawn.

[@atomicwedgie8176]

@C B But I see a lot of field tile buried too close to the surface, on utoob. Gonna crush, plug, and deteriorate (sun exposure), long before sch40! Do it right the 1st time. Costs more initially, but if done right, lasts much longer!

[@LaFox23]

Update: I have installed a PVC SDR35 system to drain out the middle of my lawn. 1 year in the ground and it’s working better than the corrugated.

[@toolswood3171]

Yes! Keep making more of these. I'm in Texas and subscribed and watch them often. Very informative, educational, and worth the effort you put into them.

[@GCFD]

Thank you! I'm glad you're enjoying the channel.

[@pillaroh21]

Post10 is HIGHLY disappointed with your unclogged catch basin grates.

[@GCFD]

I'm glad post10 didn't make the trip only to find the pipes were overwhelmed!

[@jeepindave5464]

Imagine shawn and post10 collaborate on a mega drainage system design lol.

[@The3800Bird]

I love Post10's videos too 😁

[@chuckley54494]

Post 10 saving the world with a rake

[@timberhitchllc]

@@jeepindave5464 I would PAY to watch that! Throw in Andrew Camarata and you've got a sold-out live event in the making!!!

[@Lorenejonesbaby99]

That was so satisfying to watch! I love seeing the pipes draining and how well they are working.

[@GCFD]

Same here!

[@forthrightnight]

Thanks Shaun. I just finished binge watching your library a month ago. So neat to see the results from a job done a couple of years ago that I just watched last month. I'm time travelling. Excellent water control.

[@GCFD]

that's super cool Ray! Thanks for watching my stuff. I'm glad you're enjoying the channel! - Shawn

[@cs_fl5048]

I love that thin surface drain. I used it where my side paver walkway (6 feet wide) meets my patio. I used to get dirt and water washing onto the patio. No, nothing.. great stuff. EASY to install, easy to clean out.

[@shanewhite499]

Another great video Shawn and Ronald. It's great to see that after a year your system is still working as good as the day it was installed. Great job with all the videos lately. Can't wait till the next one.

[@GCFD]

Thanks for watching Shane!

[@chivasporvida1997]

Always enjoy these videos especially when the customer is happy..

[@GCFD]

Thank you!

[@josiahmartin3495]

One of the best videos yet. I had to show my wife because I was so excited how much water was coming out of the last 4 inch pipe! Great work, Shawn.

[@GCFD]

Thank you!

[@stevencorley2352]

What works, works and PVC works. You know I like the call backs. Great video.

[@GCFD]

👍 Thank you Steven!

[@johnadamm]

I love your videos and the way you follow up to show the impact of your installations. Your narration is brilliant, and if you get sick of drainage you'd be an excellent voice over artist. Seeing downpipes discharge storm water directly into gardens next to the house (especially where there are basements!) is surprising. In Australia (in urban/metropolitan areas at least) stormwater must be discharged to the municipal stormwater drainage system (usually the street gutters), and since we are drought prone, homeowners are encouraged to have their roof downpipes gathered into rainwater tanks which then supply toilet cisterns and washing machines. Basement rooms are also unusual here. Even so, I really like the different ways you approach drainage issues, especially the riprap channels (which look beautiful).

[@GCFD]

Thank you Adamm! Usually downspouts don't cause too much trouble and the water runs away, but you see the worst examples on this channel.

[@Vitamin-Q]

I always enjoy seeing the drainage system flowing. Thanks for getting the wets stuff, Shawn!

[@GCFD]

👍👍

[@david-breitenfeld]

633 days later, now this is a real good performance test, the test results shows full capacity. That is what I like about PVC - full capacity whenever needed for the "monsoon season" here in Colorado.

[@GCFD]

Thank you David!

[@nomthandazomatona6645]

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[@StevenCasper]

You have a great system I will never use corrugated again. The pvc recovery was very fast. Thanks for the video and your time to make it. Enjoy your day.

[@GCFD]

Thank you!

[@RobertL78]

The easiest way to prove that corrugated pipe traps debris is to compare it to a sluice box that’s made to trap gold and other small sediment in the ripples, and it has to be manually cleaned to stay efficient.

[@GCFD]

Yep! It's easy for us to understand but there are people on youtube who are confusing the issues.

[@mct8888]

I'm all about that rain footage, great results! PVC all the way!

[@semtek11]

Fantastic video Shawn! Definitely proves your point. I couldn’t believe the amount of water coming out of those pipes. Keep em coming.

[@GCFD]

Likewise! It was so worth getting soaked to get those shots. Amazing amount of water.

[@kimAndNate]

This is why I subbed, top quality work and content with the best follow up. Love to see all the drains in action and still working years later. PVC for sure!

[@GCFD]

Thank you Kim! Thanks for watching and commenting, and for the sub! - Shawn

[@piranhabadass1]

Your Best revisit video of all time. That last house was awesome to watch your work being tested in extreme conditions. Great Work!

[@GCFD]

Thank you Joe! It was awesome to catch the storm just right.

[@glennvallejo760]

Shawn love these videos. The thing I see that you can improve the drainage is by going to 6 inch pipe verses a 4 inch in a area that has a lot rain fall. Your systems do a fantastic demonstration of saving a owner tons in water damage to their buildings. That could be a ton of money to fix

[@kevinbuckmaster507]

You do good work and you are concerned about your customers and making sure that they are satisfied. You do stand behind your work. Great Job. LOVE watching your videos.

[@GCFD]

Thank you Kevin!

[@andrewengland971]

Schedule 40 pvc pressure is the best in the ground. So many people are so cheap and use schedule 35. Salute you for using good pipe. I’m a plumber.

[@GCFD]

Thank you Andrew. Many of my workers are plumbers because we install this pipe just like in a sewer system in a house.

[@holmiumNZ]

That last clip, with the full capacity 4" was fascinating. Thanks for showing us.

[@GCFD]

I was so amazed when I saw it. Cool stuff.

[@anthonycollins4747]

Hi Shawn, Great video. Great advice on keeping those gutters and channel drain clean. On using PVC pipe I have used it in a cold climate up north here for over 25 years and it's clear as the day I put it in. PVC is right on.Keep up the great work.

[@GCFD]

Thanks for sharing your results Anthony!

[@mathusvaiaoga9787]

Hands down. Amen. I was debating corrugated or pvc but not anymore. That shingle dust will def get stuck in corrugated. Video doesn’t lie. That pvc will blow that debris straight out.

[@GCFD]

Yes! PVC for the win. You can't go wrong using quality materials.

[@theDougAngle]

Great Info. Love seeing the follow-up on your systems. It shows your products and install methods WORK!!

[@GCFD]

It's my favorite part!

[@rightaway8551]

We all appreciate these videos. Thank you.

[@GCFD]

👍

[@looniebinn]

After seeing both in action I'd say pvc is 100% the way to go. It's really cool seeing these drains working so well a year or more after the fact. It just goes to show that if you maintain the system annually, it'll continue to work great for many years to come.

[@GCFD]

I agree John! Good stuff for sure.

[@lindajoyce1808]

Thanks for the updates on projects. Have made changes to a up coming work from corrugated to pvc your video help to make the decision.

[@GCFD]

Thank you Linda! You will be happy with the smooth inside.

[@Geoduck.]

We live in the rainy PNW. I've been viewing your helpful videos for several months due to our basement flooding occasionally. This weekend I'll be picking up some schedule 40 PVC and start digging. I'm confident this will eliminate or at least greatly reduce any flooding into our basement this winter. As a DIY guy I appreciate your detailed videos. Thanks!

[@GCFD]

Wow! Thank you! I'm glad you are finding my content helpful! Best luck with your project - Shawn

[@Geoduck.]

Thanks Shawn. I'll post again this winter see how it goes.

[@kennith.]

Thank you for the footage. The last one was super impressive with the 4" pipe at full capacity.

[@GCFD]

👍👍

[@deanbaker1905]

Actually a gravity feed drain is at its full capacity at the halfway mark of the pipe.Anything after that and the flow is drastically reduced And eventually becomes pressurized. Like we saw in the last video all of that water waiting to enter catch basin created head pressure.

[@hescominsoon]

I lvoe the flow videos..i know it's hard to get..but it showcases your products and designs immensely and is also given me ideas on getting rid of my corrugated and installing pvc.

[@GCFD]

Thank you! I agree that it's worth it!

[@devatcarlisle]

Amazing footage there Shawn. Just goes to show that what you and you team do actually works. You should be proud.

[@GCFD]

Yes it does feel good to have solved these problems completely and during the heaviest conditions.

[@54565syu]

Shawn this was amazing. I work on pressure pipes... and those two 4” outlets were moving BIG water through them. They looked like they were pressurized.

[@GCFD]

It was crazy for sure! I'm glad I ventured out to get that footage and see my work functioning like it should.

[@The.Pickle]

19:18 Whoa, double whoa when you think that water would be collecting and sitting around the base of a house. That was very interesting; as a home owner, it really highlights the importance of good drainage, great video :)

[@GCFD]

thank you!

[@Blackwater_House]

Absolutely amazing watching all that Water which was Once a Problem, now simply evacuating an area at speed. More of these visits certainly, but also an failures you might have had, such as perhaps We might have needed a Bigger Pipe.

[@GCFD]

I have a good one coming up if I can get the rain footage. We installed a system and failed to connect a corrugated pipe that was working into our pipe. I was downloading the video clips and watched a few and saw it right there....not connected. I called the HO and we went back to dig it up and get it connected. Fail.

[@Smith.S.E.]

This is the footage I subscribed for. Amazing stuff

[@GCFD]

Thanks for the sub! - Shawn

[@jimbo2325]

Always satisfying seeing your good work, actually working.

[@GCFD]

Thank you

[@jamesmartin9359]

Shawn, it would be really interesting if you traveled with some of the clear corrugated that you could connect to your discharge points and show the collection of shingle dust and other small stuff that gets stuck in the ribs.

[@GCFD]

👍 That would be awesome!

[@SteveE293]

Great idea, let’s see it in a real life situation rather than a rigged test.

[@logancraig4234]

I personally love these kind of videos! I'm currently re-designing my drainage basin so it can handle more capacity! I live in Pennsylvania and whenever a storm hits, driveway water finds its way to the garage. my solution is to re-dig my trench and make a basin with a cement paver lid!

[@GCFD]

Sounds like a sweet solution Logan. 👍

[@hollandduck79]

Hello from the Netherlands . I live in the province of Zeeland, where the Dutch Delta Works were also made . I like to see people use water in the right way . i love your water works men . I say PVC is definitely worth it! . thanks for the video Shawn . Sincerely Hollandduck from the Netherlands

[@GCFD]

Thank you Hollandduck!

[@wernerhoogeveen8088]

Great to see you take pride in you're work. Love the video's.

[@whip205inthebam3]

WTG Shawn and all the guys and gals in the crew. GREAT JOB WELL DONE! 👍

[@GCFD]

👍👍 Thank you!

[@silverfir]

Seeing the work go into install is awesome, seeing it in action after the fact is even more so!

[@GCFD]

Thank you! I think so too.

[@dcwshoreline5416]

Absolutely love the storm footage during thunderstorms!

[@GCFD]

Same. It's just such a hit-or-miss endeavor to get that footage.

[@tdadyslexia]

Shawn, I really love your follow up videos. Please do more like this one!

[@GCFD]

Thank you!

[@AtomicQuotient]

Pretty amazing the force of the water at 19:24. Your feet aren't wet because of the rain, it's from the excitement and joy of watching all that water move. Yes definitely want more of these types of videos, this is the king of all videos.

[@GCFD]

I agree! If you think about it, I was there during the crucial 5 minutes to catch the system at full cap and then catching back up. It's often luck to catch these but super awesome footage.

[@AtomicQuotient]

@@GCFD I guess the question is it better to use 6" all the way in this situation, I guess that would have been ideal but possibly a waste if this type of rain doesn't happen often and likely considerable more cost, so it depends. But seeing that, 6" likely would of handled the situation nicely.

[@waldinjo]

Really cool to see the systems in action doing exactly what they are supposed to :)

[@GCFD]

It's my favorite part for sure.

[@liutangdege]

Another great video and this is one of most interesting pieces of your videos I’d like to watch: results that demonstrate your approach for drainage problem is practical and actually working to solve the problems. Thanks for doing such a great job.

[@GCFD]

Thanks for your comment! I was lucky to catch these during such a heavy rain and I'll keep trying to make more of these.

[@kevcrowther4435]

Thanks for your very entertaining videos. I love watching them and seeing the end result when it's raining. All the best from a builder from Downunder.

[@GCFD]

Thank you Kev. Thanks for watching! - Shawn

[@CorkeryCoop]

Excellent. Seeing that pipe at capacity was pretty cool! You wouldn’t get that much flow with the same size corrugated; that’s for sure.

[@GCFD]

For sure! Especially almost two years later. This Homeowner already paid for a corrugated drainage system which we replaced.

[@andydrew3320]

It’s amazing what proper drainage can do. I had a landlord that constantly complained about leaks in the basement and every time I would tell her she needs proper drainage. Failed to use her ears and only spoke. Could have saved so much headache. There would literally be massive pools of water up against the house and she wondered why it would leak… I’m like wow you have got to be kidding me. Great job here

[@GCFD]

I see it all the time. It seems like common sense to me that water flows downhill but many cannot understand it.

[@MacG201]

I love these videos watching systems work. Keep up the great work!

[@GCFD]

Thank you!

[@jameshblack]

The 6 inch pipes near the end was at max capacity you could see the drains could not cope but did catch up ( 8 inch next big job ) keep up the good work and keep the videos coming like the rain

[@michaelsa892]

That’s pretty cool to see my backyard floods and I’m going to have a pvc drainage system put in I will have to put in a pump to send the water to the front ditch hopefully getting the water out from sitting will keep the yard from getting muddy it will hold about 6+inches of water after a few good rains.

[@biglsd1]

Hi Definitely do more of these vids (weather permitting) it's great to see the whole process especially the end results. A lot of tradesmen don't do the end results & that makes me sceptical about their work...... Great vid 👌 Lee from the UK 🇬🇧

[@GCFD]

Thank you Lee! More on the way!

[@rayw3294]

Just watched for the 2nd time. I do watch others (most use corrugated). Only 1 went back. Never mind a year later. Conscientious engineers are what your team and you are. I would pay a little extra for that any day.

[@overseas_demogod]

Great work! Thinking about doing this at my house.

[@brentking-gmailking2570]

Great video Shawn. PVC is the only way to go, for sure. Thank you for sharing the videos. Have a great day. AND yes, I like this kind of video.... Make more. .LOL

[@GCFD]

Thanks Brent!

[@formdog9861]

those drains were really crankin love to see good drainage in action it lets you know you did it right thanks for the videos

[@GCFD]

Thank you!

[@royreynolds108]

The commercial building you showed is a nursing home. I recognize the window placement and bird-feeder placements outside of the windows for the enjoyment of the inmates. My wife was in one for a little over 4 years.

[@mriechers]

I come to this channel for the beefing on corrugated pipe.

[@GCFD]

Haha Corrugated does it to itself. 👍

[@SciaticaDrums]

It always blows me away when people who live in one level homes refuse to do even basic maintenance.

[@GCFD]

👍

[@04spike]

Video was great Shawn. Wow talk about full capacity!!!!!

[@GCFD]

It was a lot of water. I was very impressed!

[@papawest4606]

Great footage Shawn! You really got me thinking about relocating from Michigan to the Carolina's. If my property can handle the water, then i see no problems. You do great work! From what i have seen, it looks like schedule 40 PVC is the way to go! If i do buy down your way, you can believe the first thing i am doing is requesting an inspection from the Full Bubble Crew!

[@firstnamesurname1743]

Great video, Shawn; really interesting to see your systems serviced and working under heavy pressure. The basin in your best customer's garden processed a heavy hit really effectively; with all elements of the system shifting tonnes of water - I wonder what the Litre per minute count would have been!? I think we're seeing the inevitable development of a storm-chasing wing of the GCFD channel 😄 Thanks for the video.

[@GCFD]

Thank you! I feel like I'm often chasing storms with my camera!

[@RandomDudeOne]

I've installed inexpensive gutter guards you can buy at home improvement stores to keep debris out of gutters and they work quite well. Huge savings over contractor installed systems.

[@MyCracker1234]

Great footage from the last home Sean, that was A LOT of rain, most homes would have been flooded with that much water, but it seemed to be going away as fast as the pipes could take it.

[@gregsettle9725]

Corrugated pipe probably has its place somewhere but whenever possible PVC is the way to go. Great video, absolutely demonstrates what a well-designed and executed drainage system can do.

[@GCFD]

Thank you Greg! It also shows the system can hold up over time.

[@tlbfarm4473]

More pipe draining videos? YES!

[@GCFD]

👍 I'll try to get more of these up. I'm collecting some more footage.

[@douglaspierce8480]

I always like to see the results of your work. This was some great footage and shows the value of PVC pipe.

[@GCFD]

I agree. It was luck that I caught it right then. I was amazed at how much water was flowing!

[@impilcature]

I would love to see more videos like this! I checked the about tab and you don't have a website listed but maybe you could ask your customer to do a video review so we could see their thoughts on it as well. Keep them coming!

[@ronwatson7006]

Mint video Shaun ,PVC pipe all the way for me mate... the reason I am avidly watching these videos is I am due to move into a 'new build' house in a few weeks; it has a downhill slope and I just know I will have drainage issues as builders always 'compact' what will no doubt be a clay soil garden; I am fearing the worst but hoping for the best and laying in all this information ready for what no doubt will be a drainage 'install' in the spring. Many thanks from Northumberland, UK and keep the videos coming

[@christopherreed4867]

You're doing a great job mixing it up, I especially liked the work along of the lighting of the trailer. Diversify what it takes for you to run your business, then people can appreciate what went into it. I myself like to know what or how you got into this line of work. It's cool to see the little guys win. Thanks an keep it up! Your doin great.

[@GCFD]

check out my 1000 sub special to see how I got started.

[@cheskydivision]

Your customer service and pride in your work shows. Good job. Next time the court yard where you set pumps that shoot the water into the parking lot. Imagine on a heavy rain day like this one.

[@GCFD]

Yea I drove off and forgot about those pumps!

[@carjockey7]

I do 100% agree that PVC is better I remember back in the 1970s I was helping my grandfather help drain the driveway he used to schedule 40 piping drained directly into a concrete creek he says it works like a charm and I do agree with him

[@GCFD]

Awesome story!

[@carjockey7]

Thank you very much

[@ncironhorse8367]

Shawn, you and your crew are the drain masters! Wish I could get you to come north an hour and 20 min from Greensboro though! Keep up the great work

[@GCFD]

Thank you! I wish I could travel further out too. That much distance is a force multiplier on a job. Time, availability of materials if we need something, time if we have to go back...

[@anthonyfindlay466]

PVC all the way Shawn, another one in the bag alongside the main man Ronald keep them coming bro! I love your dedication and commitment to getting the job done right every time blessings my brother.

[@GCFD]

Thanks Anthony! Ronald took the lead on a PEX water piping job we did recently. Video coming soon.