Drainage Solutions in Alexandria KY, Northern Kentucky & Cincinnati

We fix standing water and runoff issues with effective drainage solutions including French drains, yard grading, and water management. Protecting properties throughout Alexandria KY, Northern Kentucky, and Cincinnati.

What We Offer in Northern Kentucky & Cincinnati

Stop Water From Pooling Where It Shouldn't

Residential drainage solutions in Alexandria to manage standing water, runoff, and property erosion.

When water collects in the same spot in your Alexandria yard after every rain, it's not just a muddy nuisance—it's a sign that surface water has nowhere to go, and over time that pooling can damage grass, erode soil, and even threaten the foundation or basement. Proper drainage redirects that water away from the home and low-lying areas, allowing it to flow naturally into designated outlets without collecting or causing damage.



Messer Excavating, LLC installs residential drainage systems throughout Alexandria to address standing water, runoff issues, and erosion problems. The work involves excavation, grading, and trenching to create pathways for water to move off the property or into drainage structures. Systems are designed based on the slope, soil type, and water flow patterns specific to your yard, and installation is done with attention to long-term performance and minimal disruption to landscaping.

If water is pooling near your home or damaging your yard in Alexandria, contact Messer Excavating for a free estimate and site evaluation.

How drainage systems change the way water moves

The yard is assessed to identify where water collects, where it flows during rain events, and what obstacles or grading issues are preventing proper drainage in Alexandria. Trenches are excavated to install drainage lines, and the surrounding soil is graded to direct water toward those lines instead of allowing it to pool in place.

After the system is installed, water that used to sit in low spots or run toward the foundation now moves away from the home and into outlets that handle it safely. The yard dries out faster after storms, grass grows back in areas that were previously too wet, and erosion along slopes or near structures stops worsening.



Drainage work often includes installing catch basins, French drains, or surface channels depending on the severity and location of the problem. Messer Excavating uses proper excavation and trenching techniques to ensure the system performs over time, even during heavy rain. If grading alone can solve the issue, that's done first before adding more invasive solutions.