Arlington Exterior Drainage serves homeowners throughout Arlington County, Virginia. Our referred contractors work across the county's full range of neighborhoods, each of which presents its own distinct drainage conditions.
Clarendon (22201) sits at one of Arlington's higher elevations, but its dense mixed-use development leaves almost no permeable surface to absorb rainfall. Rooftops, sidewalks, parking structures, and streets shed water rapidly, and that runoff flows into the residential blocks surrounding the commercial core. Homeowners in Clarendon frequently deal with water that arrives from uphill sources and has nowhere to go once it reaches their property.
Ballston (22203) presents a blend of commercial and residential drainage challenges. The ongoing density of development in the Ballston corridor has steadily reduced natural absorption capacity, and water from large commercial rooftops and parking areas can overwhelm surface drainage during heavy storms. Residential properties on the edges of the commercial zone are particularly vulnerable to runoff that migrates from paved areas.
Aurora Highlands (22202) is characterized by sloped lots that look attractive on a landscape level but create real drainage demands for individual homeowners. Water moves quickly downhill across these properties, and lots that lack proper grading or French drain systems tend to accumulate water at low points — often right at the foundation. Managing the velocity and volume of water moving across sloped terrain is a recurring need throughout this neighborhood.
Barcroft (22204) sits in close proximity to Four Mile Run, the county's primary drainage corridor. During heavy or sustained rainfall, Four Mile Run can rise significantly, and properties near its banks can experience drainage backup as the creek's capacity is exceeded. Even properties not immediately adjacent to the creek can feel the effects when the broader watershed becomes saturated and surface drainage slows or stops. Sump pump systems and properly routed French drains are common solutions in this area.
Green Valley (22206) occupies some of the lowest elevation in Arlington County, which means it naturally receives runoff from surrounding higher ground. Soil saturation during wet periods is a persistent concern, and the neighborhood's lower topographic position means that water from storms can linger longer than in upland areas. Properties in Green Valley often benefit from combination solutions — perimeter French drains, sump pump installations, and careful attention to grading — to manage both surface and subsurface water effectively.
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Areas outside our service range: Manassas, Leesburg, Fredericksburg, Woodbridge, Gainesville. If you're in one of these areas, we may be unable to serve you — send us a request and we'll confirm.
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