Downspout & Gutter Drainage Solutions
We move roof runoff away from your home to help stop leaks, foundation water, and soil erosion.
Downspout & Gutter Drainage Solutions
At Avlaki Drainage Solutions, we help homeowners take control of roof runoff before it turns into a bigger water problem. Our downspout and gutter drainage solutions are designed to move water away from your home the right way, so you can avoid foundation leaks, wet basements, soil erosion, muddy areas, ice buildup, and damage around your landscaping. When gutters dump water too close to the house, that water has to go somewhere. Most of the time, it soaks into the soil next to the foundation, runs across walkways, or creates low spots in the yard. Over time, that can lead to expensive repairs. We build drainage systems that solve that problem at the source.
We have more than 20 years of hands-on experience in drainage, excavation, and water management. That experience matters because every property handles water differently. Some homes need a simple buried downspout extension. Others need a full tie-in system with solid drain pipe, pop-up emitters, curb discharge, grading improvements, or connection into a larger yard drainage system. We do not believe in guesswork or one-size-fits-all fixes. We look at your roof runoff volume, gutter locations, slope, soil conditions, landscaping, hardscape features, and where the water can safely discharge.
What this service is designed to fix
Downspout and gutter drainage is one of the first lines of defense against water damage. If you notice any of the issues below, there is a good chance your current setup is not moving water far enough away:
- Water pooling near the foundation after rain
- Basement seepage or moisture along foundation walls
- Mulch, rock, or soil washing out of flower beds
- Erosion trenches near downspouts
- Soggy grass and standing water in the yard
- Concrete settling near the home
- Ice patches on sidewalks or driveways in winter
- Gutter downspouts that empty right next to the house
- Underground drain lines that clog, crush, or stop draining
Even a properly working gutter system can still cause problems if the downspouts do not discharge correctly. Gutters collect the water, but the drainage system is what finishes the job.
How our process works
We start by evaluating how water moves off the roof and around the property. We check the number of downspouts, the amount of runoff they carry, the pitch around the home, and any trouble spots where water collects. From there, we recommend the best way to capture and redirect that water. Our goal is simple: get the runoff away from the foundation and out to a safe discharge point without creating new problems elsewhere on the property.
Depending on the layout of your yard, we may install buried solid drain pipe, surface extensions, catch basins, pop-up emitters, or tie the downspouts into a broader drainage system. If grading is part of the issue, we can address that too. As excavation and drainage specialists, we make sure the system has the proper slope, the right materials, and a layout built for long-term performance.
What is included in a typical downspout drainage solution
- Site evaluation: We inspect roof runoff patterns, existing gutters and downspouts, discharge points, and yard drainage conditions.
- Custom drainage design: We create a solution based on your lot, home layout, and water volume.
- Buried downspout extensions: We route water underground through solid pipe to move it away from the home cleanly and effectively.
- Drain pipe installation: We install properly pitched drainage lines designed to reduce backups and improve flow.
- Emitter or outlet options: We can use pop-up emitters, daylight outlets, or other approved discharge methods based on site conditions.
- Connection to existing drainage systems: If appropriate, we can tie in downspouts with French drains or other yard drainage improvements.
- Minor excavation and restoration: We excavate carefully and restore disturbed areas as neatly as possible.
Materials and installation details
We use drainage materials that are chosen for performance, not just convenience. In many downspout applications, solid pipe is the preferred option because it carries roof water efficiently and helps reduce the chance of root intrusion or sediment entering the line. The pipe diameter, routing, and discharge location all matter. A drainage line that is too small, too flat, or improperly terminated can fail quickly, even if it looks fine on day one.
We install systems with attention to slope, flow, and service life. That includes proper trenching, stable pipe placement, secure fittings, and discharge planning that works with your yard instead of against it. If freeze-thaw conditions are a concern, which they often are here in Minnesota, we account for that during planning. We also consider how your drainage will behave during heavy rain, spring melt, and back-to-back storms.
Why proper roof runoff control matters
A lot of drainage issues start with something simple: too much water dumping in the wrong place. Your roof collects a surprising amount of water during even a normal rain. Without a reliable way to move that runoff away, the ground near the house gets overloaded fast. That can put pressure on foundation walls, increase moisture around the basement, and create long-term settlement or erosion issues. In colder months, bad discharge locations can also lead to slippery surfaces and dangerous ice near entryways.
By controlling downspout discharge, you help protect your foundation, siding, landscaping, patios, driveways, and lawn. You also reduce maintenance. Instead of dealing with washouts, muddy areas, and recurring wet spots every season, you get a system that handles the water for you.
Common solution options
Because no two homes are exactly alike, we offer several ways to manage gutter and downspout runoff. A few common options include:
- Buried downspout extensions: Ideal for moving water away from the house without having above-ground pipes across the yard.
- Pop-up emitters: These release water at a safe point in the yard once the line fills with runoff.
- Daylight drain outlets: A good option when the lot allows water to exit naturally on a slope.
- Catch basin tie-ins: Useful where surface water and roof runoff need to be managed together.
- Drainage system integration: In some cases, gutter drainage works best when connected with a French drain, swale, grading plan, or foundation drainage system.
We explain the pros and limits of each option so you know exactly what you are getting and why it fits your property.
Built for Minnesota properties
Homes in and around New Prague and the Twin Cities metro deal with heavy rain, snowmelt, clay soils, and freeze-thaw cycles that can make drainage problems worse. That is why our systems are planned for local conditions, not copied from a generic template. We understand how water behaves on Minnesota lots and how important it is to move runoff away before it causes trouble. Whether your home is newer construction with drainage issues that were never fully corrected, or an older property with failing drain lines, we can help.
Why homeowners choose Avlaki Drainage Solutions
We are a local company based at 4370 Kanabec Ave, New Prague, MN 56071, and drainage is not a side service for us. It is what we do. The name Avlaki is greek for to furrow or drain, and that fits our work well. We bring old-school work ethic together with modern drainage methods to build systems that solve the problem today and hold up for the long run. Our team focuses on clear communication, careful excavation, and practical solutions that make sense for your home and budget.
If water from your gutters or downspouts is causing problems around your home, now is the time to fix it before the damage spreads. Call Avlaki Drainage Solutions at (952) 292-3511 to schedule an evaluation. We will take a close look at your runoff issues, explain your options clearly, and build a drainage solution that protects your home and gives you peace of mind.
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Our Downspout & Gutter Drainage Process
We keep roof runoff moving away from your home with a clear plan, solid workmanship, and drainage solutions built for Minnesota weather.
On-Site Drainage Review
We start with a visit to inspect your gutters, downspouts, grading, splash zones, and any signs of leaks, pooling, or erosion near the foundation. Then we map how roof water moves across your property and give you a clear recommendation with timeline, scope, and honest pricing.
Custom Drainage System Plan
Next, we design the right fix for your home, whether that means buried downspout extensions, tie-ins to a yard drainage system, pop-up emitters, catch basins, or regrading. We mark utilities, confirm discharge points, and schedule the work so runoff is redirected safely and cleanly within days, not weeks.
Installation, Testing & Walkthrough
Our crew installs the drainage line with careful trenching, proper pipe slope, and durable materials that hold up through heavy rain and snowmelt. Before we finish, we test water flow, clean the work area, and walk you through the system so you know exactly how it protects your home long term.
Downspout & Gutter Drainage Solutions FAQs
Common questions we hear from Twin Cities area homeowners about moving roof runoff away from the house and protecting the foundation, landscaping, and yard.
Why Neighbors Trust Our Drainage Work
Real feedback on dry basements, better drainage, and jobs done right from start to finish.
"Tom and his crew were simply amazing. They were fantastic to work with and everything was better than we imagined."
"Avlaki Drainage Solutions accomplished a much needed "drainage solution" for our yard later last fall with clear evidence of improvement already this spring. Tom arranged just completed touch up surface revision in fine fashion with a two man crew, both of whom were very cordial and a pleasure to work with including outlining aftercare, particularly the watering plan. Kudos for a job well done!"
"We do not wish drainage issues for anyone's property. However, if you have a drainage issue, just call Avlaki. Our drainage issue was done quickly and professionally. When completed, our property showed no signs of all the deep digging that had been done. But then after several months, we noticed some sinking/settling of the trench area. Well, Tom at Avlaki told us this can happen, since our drainage system was installed very deep, and the dirt was settling. Result: Avlaki came out, NO charge, to pull back the sod, adding & pounding in more dirt, and put back the sod. That's customer service from a professional company! Thanks, Avlaki. The Hansen family; LeSueur County, MN"
"Tom Avlaki’s Drainage team showed up explained exactly what was going to be happening. Nice job enjoyed working with them. Very pleasant group of guys."
"The team was exceptional. So kind and helpful and did exactly what they said they would do. Very communicative throughout the process. I had them do some repairs on my sump pump discharge pipes and relocating discharge pipes. Did an excellent job I would highly recommend."
"Worked with Tom and team on a very complex issue that had been frustrating me for years, with respect to very poor drainage on my property, causing my sump pump to run more or less year round, especially in the spring. After some very good analysis by Tom, we proceeded with his plan, and I'm so excited to say it seems to have solved the problem, and for a very reasonable price! I only wish I'd have engaged Avlaki sooner."
"I live in Chaska, MN and have a very problematic property on a hill with underground streams and water tables. After an interior drain tile project was completed in 2024, we had persistent issues in the summer of 2025. Tom and his team were able to diagnose the problem and repair it in a short period of time. They completed the work on time, at the quoted price, and kept us informed the whole time. I am grateful for the job they did and recommend them to everyone."
"We give Avlaki our highest recommendation. Tom & his crew were so helpful to our family! He answered all our questions professionally, the crew completed the work in timely manner within all applicable city codes and they have very reasonable pricing."
"Highly recommend this company. They work hard and do a great job."
"He puts the water where it belongs"
"We were selling our home, and stressed out about a small spot in the basement that appeared like their could be water coming in. Tom saved the day. Even though he had a busy day, he made time that same day to visit (even texting his ETA throughout the day). He was level-headed, practical, and proposed commonsense solutions. I recommend!"
"Avlaki has taken care of drainage issues for us twice. Both times the crew were efficient and professional. The restoration of our lawn was great. The most recent installation required them to move a number of pavers. When they finished, everything was returned exactly where it was supposed to be. I’ve recommended Avlaki in the past and will continue to do so. Nothing but good things to say about them."
"The Avlaki team did an exceptional job on our project. We would hire them again in a heartbeat. The team was very detail oriented, professional, and best of all when they were finished you didn't even know they dug up half of our yard! Great job boys!!"
"We recently had Avlaki Drainage Solutions bury our sump pump drain line. Great experience from start to finish. Highly recommend! 😊"
"Had some bad drainage issues in my yard. Got a quote promptly. Crew showed up and were professional, polite, knowledgeable and worked incredibly hard. Cannot recommend enough. Very happy with the end product."
"Great Service and their products worked perfectly!"
"Very responsive, on time, no add on charges & crew was excellent and communicated all details. Would definitely recommend."
"Avlaki does great work, they go above and beyond to make sure the customer is satisfied. We had some drainage issues in our back yard and after meeting with several companies, someone recommended Avlaki for our project. Tom came out and helped us figure out a solution…. They are reasonably priced, efficient and polite to work with. If you have any drainage needs, call Tom with Avlaki. They are sure to please!"
"We contacted Tom regarding our drain tile and pump. Tom was very fast to respond to our phone call and set up an appointment quickly. Tom gave great advice and was very professional! I would highly recommend using Tom for your drainage needs. Thank you Avlaki Design!"
"Tom and the Avlaki Drainage crew know what they are doing. They worked together with the landscaping company to make sure there was enough pitch for drainage. They created proper yard drainage, corrected my structural water issue and ran a water collection system to correct my water drainage issues. Thoughtful, caring, dedicated and professional. They discussed the plan with me to help me understand what they were doing and why. I recommend Avlaki Drainage if you are experiencing any type of drainage issue. Tom and his crew did a great job and I am 100% satisfied! Thank you Avlaki Drainage! Chris Erickson"
"Overall awesome company to work with. Everything works as advertised, while excavating the trench along the house for the tile, at 6" the ground was wet, at 12" there was standing water, at 3' there was flowing water, 2 months later they came back to replace a footing on the deck, approx 3' from the back of the house, they dug down 3-4 feet and not a drop of water! There crew was very knowledgeable and polite and answered all my stupid questions and didn't seem to mind me looking over there shoulders. My only complaint is that they do a lousy job of communicating at the company level, of the 4 separate times they were here, we did not receive any notification before hand that they were coming. And while we made it clear from the beginning that we were very flexible, had I known when they were coming I would have done some prep work before they arrived, ie removing the landscape rock in the area effected, that would have resulted in a much cleaner result. With that being said, it would not affect my opinion of the company or my recommendation. I would do business with Avlaki again and would highly recommend them!"
"Tom and crew does a amazing job. Highly recommend!!!"
"Tom did an excellent job explaining to how the drainage systems would work as well as other landscaping ideas that could help. We never felt pressured or that he was “sales’y” like other companies we interviewed. Just felt that he is certainly an expert in his specialty craft and his expertise is worth it. His is a specialist where others are generalists (like landscapers, handymen, etc) who dabble in a lot. Would definitely recommend."
"We've had a very wet spring this year and I'm pretty certain my basement would have flooded more than once. With the system put in place by Avlaki, I didn't get any water in the basement. The solution works."
"I wanted to wait a few weeks before writing a review so I could see how well the water drained from the yard. I'm happy to say the work Avlaki provided eliminated the excess amount of water in our yard! The company was great to work with as well. The owner Tom was very responsive and his crew were all hard working and professional. Even with the amount of water we had, the damage to the lawn was minimal. Highly recommended."
"It was an absolute pleasure to work with Tom and his team. Very professional and courteous staff. It is nice to see that still exists today! Our project was somewhat extensive with excavation needs around a portion of our home. Tom's staff went above and beyond to explain to me what they were doing, why and how our challenges would be mitigated. Once they left, it visually looked like there were never here. What a wonderful experience. I would definitely recommend Tom and Avlaki to anyone. Great job and thank you!!! Home Owner"
"We have had a constant wet backyard and our kids couldn’t play. We tried for years to find someone to fix the problem but no one wanted to tackle the job. I emailed Tom, he came out for an estimate and no hesitation. Job was done amazingly and since, we have been able to play in our backyard! Such a game changer. We will be forever thankful for Tom and his crew!!"
"Logan and his crew did an amazing job with the drain tiling of my backyard. The guys worked hard were professional and courteous, and highly recommend them for your drainage solutions."
"Tom came out to investigate my drainage issue around my pool. Within weeks his crew came with their equipment and installed drains. Everyone was so polite and informative. It was cool to watch them with their machinery. The drains look great and there have been no issues. Thank you guys!"
"Side yard is no longer a swampy mess! Finished right before a massive 4 day rainfall, and we no longer have standing water. Thanks again!"
"We have had water sitting in our yard every spring for years. We have had multiple companies come to our home and all have had the same response "nothing we can do". Tom and Chad were very knowledgeable and not afraid to get their hands dirty. It turned out to be a very solvable issue and they were done in no time. We are very pleased with the turnout!"
"Nothing but great things to say about Avlaki. When our home builder left us high and dry with our drainage issues, Avlaki worked with us to put together a solution that would solve our issues. Tom took the time to answer our questions (I had many) to make sure we were making the right decision. When the work started, the crew that came out was incredibly meticulous from start to finish. Each step along the way I was thoroughly impressed with their professionalism and attention to detail. Despite being hammered by rain, moving heavy machines in and out, hauling dirt, rocks, etc., my yard hardly looks as if anyone was here. They took the time to make sure they did as little damage as possible to existing turf, and repaired everything they could as they worked. Now, when the rain stops, I can be confident that the water will quickly move out and leave us with a dry and usable yard."
"Our sump pump was running constantly due to poor drainage in our backyard - Thank you for fixing root of the problem! Tom was a pleasure to work with and we would recommend Avlaki to anyone!"
"Our ballpark drainage system had some issues, and the original installer couldn't help us timely. We put in a call to Avlaki & they came to help timely! They helped formulate a plan & worked to get our tile lines cleaned out & flowing. Avlaki will be the first drainage company we call from now on!"
"Tom and his crew were top notch! His crew was very timely, professional, and extremely knowledgeable-especially when we ran into a little surprise during the process. Communication (on their end) throughout the entire process was also fantastic! Once the job was complete (we had a new drain tile added), the crew did such a great job re-doing the landscaping, you’d never know we had work done. Thanks again guys!"
"We've built several new homes over the last 15 years and have worked with many different landscapers. While we've had some decent ones, Avlaki has by far been the best. Making the surroundings of a home look good are one thing. Making it also function and grow properly from a draining and planting standpoint are quite another. When doing landscaping, it's imperative you consider all the aspects. Everyone may tell you they know what they're doing but few seem to have the know-how to cover all the bases. As an example, Avlaki has significantly more drainage expertise than anyone we've worked with. They go the extra mile and explain things to you so you understand things. They also guarantee it will be done right and even show up to check months later without telling you. How often do you see proactivity like that these days? If you're still considering who to go with, look no further. Avlaki has you covered and at significantly more reasonable prices given what they do! John"
"Had the pleasure of working with the Avlaki team at an HOA in Edina on a drainage project. Their office team was quick and easy to communicate with. Their on-site team were extremely knowledgeable and able to identify all issues throughout the property and propose solutions to fix all of the issues. I greatly appreciate their expertise and hope to work with them again in the future!"
"I've had a trouble spot in my yard since we've moved in and really wanted it done for 5 years. Called Avlaki after seeing some other reviews and confident facebook posts about ridding other's yards of water and drying them out. Well, we're in a drought right now so it won't get very tested right now, but they were professional and very thorough. You can tell by how the drain is built that this thing will last! You can really hardly tell they were here and also the crew and Tom were very enjoyable to work with and ask my questions to throughout the process. I highly recommend to all."
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Avlaki Drainage did an outstanding job at my home in Lakeville. Tom and his team were professional, courteous, and extremely careful throughout the entire process. I had ongoing issues with water pooling around and under my foundation, and their team resolved everything efficiently and with great attention to detail. It’s clear they take pride in their work and truly care about doing things the right way. As someone who works with many contractors in my line of work, I can confidently say Avlaki stands out for their quality and professionalism. Highly recommended! Ivan Escalante"
"Tom Malinski was great to work with. I had a problem with water exiting from my sump pump outside. Logan and his team installed a 4 inch PVC pipe to direct the water to the end of my lot. Very professional crew. Replaced the sod after installation. Highly recommend."
Call Avlaki Drainage Solutions now for lasting drainage and excavation work that protects your home.