$15.00 Catch Basin Saves You So Much Money over French Drain 

Hey good morning, Chuck here with Apple Drains. Help us reach that hundred thousand subscriber goal. We’re almost there. Please like share and subscribe! Thanks and best regards, Chuck

This guy has to be one of the most likable people I've ever watched on youtube.

Ironically, contractors like Chuck who "show you how to save money" by doing it yourself while choosing a more economical option usually end up getting more business, albeit with a more educated, respectful client. Clients are often more willing to open up their wallet when dealing with an informative, transparent contractor. Good job, Chuck.

He is the Bob Ross of pipes and drains. I learned something today.

This is what’s so great about YT: guy who’s an expert in his field, who I would likely never meet in real life, can crate a channel and help so many more people (like me!)

I love how normal this guy is. He’s very down to earth and relatable. Thanks.

"If you believe you can do something, I guarantee you can do it." Hell yeah, Chuck. This video just gave me so much peace of mind. Thanks!!!

Thank you Chuck for always presenting useful information in a way that is clear, focused and complete. I saw my first video some months ago, and even though there is so much out there to see, I find myself back to videos from this channel. Too bad we don't have a Chuck in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Keep up the good work!

Thanks for a great video! You explained everything extremely well. One of the best "how to" videos I've seen.

Perfect timing for this video. Thanks for sharing your wealth of information with us laymen homeowners!

Watched RU-vid for many years, one of the best most practical videos I have ever seen. Great presentation. Thanks,

This man rocks. If he taught math folks would not be so clueless, if he taught stocks everyone would be very well off. Love this.

Saw your video on a whim literally minutes before going to purchase some drain supplies. Saved me a bunch of money as I was going to get one of the larger catch basins. Thanks!

Always looking out for your viewers, thank you for not falling in the industry greed.

Content creators like this have saved me 1000's in my home renovations. Thanks you! todays project is about to start...

Came for random info on catch basins. Stayed for the feels.

After buying our first house in Wisconsin, we noticed the backyard floods all the time, we watched many of the videos from Apple Drains & decided to take on the project, the results came out great, learned a lot & best of all saved a lot of money by doing it ourself, Big thanks to Apple Drains !!!!

Thanks Greg, just came from Lowe’s with the intent to get some French drain pipe and left with nothing very confused. You saves the day! On my way back knowing what I want.

Thank you SO MUCH!!! I was just getting ready to do more work and spend more of my money just to get a larger catch basin. So glad you posted this!!

Chuck, you are amazing! I can’t thank you enough for educating me and so many others. You are an excellent teacher and explain everything so perfectly. You also provide such positive reinforcement that has really helped me push through tough projects.. 🙏. You are just a gem of a person 💎 ! I purchased a home in Waynesville, NC on top of Waynesville Mountain which has two 500 gallon tank Spring boxes. House water was once fed by this spring. Just having lots of fun trying to get rid of the amount of water that comes into the yard. Have a rock wall and downhill pitch into where the house sits. Have had 2 French drains installed. Working on digging the crawl space now to install corrugated pipe. Would love to be able to get some advice on running pipe throughout the perimeter along the footings like you’ve shown in your videos, but also beside the heat pump which is kind of in the middle (think I have to run an additional pipe across there). Also have a water pump, and both have water releases (condensation pipe on the heat pump and a water spigot in the water pump used for priming). Was thinking of making a hole into the corrugated pipe to allow the condensation pvc pipe into the corrugated pipe unless you have a better suggestion. Maybe a drain box under the water nozzle... please let me know when you have time for a consult and if I can send pics and videos. Thanks a million 😀!

Been watching your videos for about 4 months. I live in Ohio and have 5+ acres with 3 different spots that I'm about to tackle. Appreciate your time!

I don't even need a drain (currently) and I still watched this video. Thank you for the excellent info! You are a natural educator. I hope you do more videos.

This was the BEST catch basin video I've EVER seen!

Very knowledgeable gentleman. I am dealing with drainage issues and will try his advice. Thank you sir!

Chuck, thank you for your demonstrations, great explanations and your kind and friendly personality. You give lots of great tips and suggestions. Thank you again

I was going to do a french drain but now I changed my mind. I'll do it your way, save lot of time and $. Thanks Chuck !👍

I've learned a lot from this man. He's so genuine.

I’m so happy to find you. I can fix my wet yard,,,,, by my self!!. Thankyou so much for these…

Thank you brother!! I can’t believe I’m watching this as an hour ago I was just telling my 15yo son how we need to repair a broken buried 4” gutter drain pipe! So tomorrow, I’m going to buy this $15 catch basin and install it to help with surface water collection. Thanks, and be well!!

Thanks Chuck! The info was great and your delivery was positive, informing, and to the point.

I love that YT gives us all such direct access to people with hard-earned expertise they've been kind enough to share.

I have a french drain with 2 catch basins in a sloping lot. This video helps me understand how they work. I'm having an occassional issue with water in the basement after very heavy rains. Meeting contractor tomorrow to discuss how to address and i feel better informed and prepared to meet with him. Thank you!

Great explanation. Thank you!! Helps a ton and answers the question I've had for years.. It's the same diameter discharge!!

thank you soo much for your videos. Here in Houston, Texas trying to design a way to get the water from our downspouts and neighbor's runoff out to the street with very little slope! Your videos, especially this one are just awesome!

Thanks for sharing your video teaching us who are watching with clarity and understanding and compassion God bless you and your family

This guy is a natural. Thanks for this video.

Chuck, you are the man! Thank you for all of your informational videos!

You are a very honest man. Appreciate this video...

I love how upbeat and happy you come across. Great video, keep it up!

Great video. As a Civil Engineer, I appreciate this content for learning.

Thanks so much for the videos! Not too long ago, I had a new driveway put in and the way it was installed, it directed the water towards my garage. I have had flooding issues in the past, but once the driveway was done by the contractor, it became a nightmare flood situation. Flash flooding happened very quickly and it was going to ruin the garage very quickly if I didn't do something. I used 2 catch basins at 2 different strategic locations and ran it into a new sump pump system I built. The water now flows into the basins, through the sump pump, and is safely directed into the city streets! all of it done legally of course :) But your videos was one of the few lights that shined and got me through the tunnel. Seriously, thank you. What you post isn't just helpful, but it saved me a ton of money, and it saved my house. I can't thank you enough!

Great video, and thanks!! We have an extreme water issue and have to find a way to channel the water and this helped greatly!

Thanks for explaining it so that even a 6 year old could understand this. I think you've just solved our problems! Thanks brother!

This option is just what I needed. My old house's back yard pools up badly and becomes a swamp -- but I need it to be dry for several reasons. One of those is that I occasionally need to access it with a vehicle, which is currently impossible since it rained for two days. Also, the French drain would entail quite a bit of money on gravel/rocks and make my yard look odd, due to the areas that need draining. Also, I don't want to drive over the French drain! Perfect solution here -- cheap, efficient, and practically invisible. Thank you!!

Such a great channel. Wish I'd watched this 2 years ago.

Hi chuck, thank you so much for all the educational guidance on how to keep down spout water from damaging a house foundation. I have learned much about keeping water flowing away from my house foundation. thanks again

Just moved in to a home. A recent rain storm revealed a negative slope exist in my yard. I added topsoil next to the house but was limited as to how much topsoil could be added. A level revealed the grade barely got to level on the negative slope. Been sweating bullets. More rain coming . This great video may have saved me from water damage to inside my home. Thank you, Chuck.

I installed my first french drain in my back yard last year after binge watching your videos and it's still working great. A few customers have even been trying to get me to install them at their house to. Thanks for everything 👍

Excellent, Chuck! Newbie here to your video. Just saw this. I'm putting in a french drain and learning what the different drain parts actually do. I like how you explained the catch drains, the different sizes, and extensions for deeper areas. Makes sense. Thank you again!

I am installing an in-ground pool and by code I need a drainage system for storm water management. I was at about $900 for a gravel French drain system. With this video I cut it down to $120. Much appreciated!

good job..started watching you long time ago..i always test my layout before i bury it,,just making sure it would work..i lay pavers on top..i made my own "popcorn" tubes out of shipping peanuts (the right kind) and laid them in..worked great after..

You explain very well and for a do-it yourself guy like me, I learned a lot. Your volume gets a little low when at a distance from your phone, but I just turn it up and down when needed.

this is a fantastic breakdown...I learned a ton in 10 min... Thank you !

Great video Chuck! You make it look so easy! I love the comment at the end... Believe in yourself is the take away!

Your videos have answered so many questions I've had.

Thanks Chuck. Good stuff. I've been doing this kind of work occasionally for years and you taught me a couple things.

Your videos are excellent! I love the way you take the time to detail every single thing that you install

Great video, I have poor drainage in my backyard so I'll have to install something similar

Chuck, thank you so much for all of your help and knowledge!

Hi, there and thank you for sharing. Wishing you a great day and a Awesome week!

Thank you, Big Dog, for the good information and good video. Rock on.

Thank you so much for your great drainage techniques and easy instruction!

This is one of the most informative videos on RU-vid about French drains. Good information.

I really like this guy, I’ve watched a few of his videos because my yard floods pretty bad and gets underneath my house, I’m still dealing with it and it’s a work in progress but I appreciate his videos

Chuck, your tutorials are always excellent. I always walk away having learned something. Thank you! Subscribed.

Love what you said at the end: yes, we will get through this!

I've watched a lot of vids by you and the boys in Michigan. The difference is you just seem more genuine and you're not constantly advertising for the pipes you're using. Thanks for sharing your the knowledge.

Nice 1 Chuck, simple and straight to the point, great video 👌 All the best 2 you & yours bud 👍

This guy gives me a whole new perspective on water and drainage

Thanks and Blessings Chuck, I really appreciate the lesson!

thanks you sir for taking the time to make this video. Found this helpful for my property and my situation. God Bless.

One advantage of the small round drain is that the line starts out higher and could give you the advantage of more slope away. sometimes 2 or 3 inches higher makes a lot of difference.

Thanks Chuck - learned something from this video. You are a great instructor!

Chuck !!!...dude Thanks for sharing, you have saved me from Fathoms, Ha!...we have drainage problems even in the Rockies..Great Vid!

Apple drains always saves me money Thank you

Thank you, Chuck. I have learned a lot from you. You explain it really well.

Brilliant! Thanks so much for sharing. I was just about to start my French drain project, but going to simplify and use the catch basin, instead. Will save a lot of $$

This is really well done and super informative. Thank you very much!!

I recently spent about 45 mins in menards trying to understand why these big basins were so expensive v’s the smaller round one. No one I spoke to could give a strong argument for the large ones. In the end I did exactly what is suggested here. Extended the inlet pipe and sank the basin lower, hooked up feed and outlet and within two days I was seeing water running out. And, I got a large square top to fit. Great tips.

Just put one in. Used the single discharge version. Same drain. Loved the video. I like fluid dynamics.

Thanks so much! This video just saved me ton of money and time. I was wondering how to do an adjustable height catch basin. Now I know!

Thank you so much. I need to get water away from my house and you solved my dreadful issue.

Had to subscribe. I had not knowledge on doing sump pumps and learning about french drains. This guy gives me such confidence to do these DIY projects myself. Thanks @appledrains!

Thanks for the tips. I'm ready for my spring drain project

Insightful video by far the most simple and cheapest method 👏

Dear Apple Drains, thank you for all that you do. Because of you, I have a french drain in front of my garage now. I placed a catch basin just beyond. I had to excavate under a sidewalk and it wasn't easy, we have lots of what we call Carmel stone that had to be chipped away. I used a combination of water pressure, demolition bar and sledge hammer and the stone gave way. Thanks again! PS I love your positive outlook.

I just watched your video. Thanks for the info but more importantly...Thanks for the COVID-19 info. It's great to see that someone cares... Stay safe

You saved me from at least two major misters. Thank you so so so so much!!!

I was apparently MEANT to see this today, as I have a French drain (6" diameter), but still have problems with the water getting into the drain when we get a really heavy Florida 'gully washer' like the 5" in ONE HOUR we had two years ago! The strip behind my pool (where the drain runs along the back, and then down one side and out to the street) couldn't handle it, and the water (and mud and muck) rose up, over the frame of the bird cage, and yep -- right into my pool. Had to use flocculant to make the dirt all sink, then vacuum out through the waste port in my filter. Putting one, or possibly even two of these in line with my drain will make a HUGE difference. Thank you, Chuck! I wish you were located over here in Pinellas county!

I like the positivity vibe this guy gives off......cool.......

Thanks for the empowerment and your positive actitud. Great video bro

You are the Man! Excellent Information Sir! Great tips!

This guy is a good instructor

Great video. Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge

Awesome information! Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge

Great info and clarification between types of drainage!

I learn so much from your videos thank you!

I don't even own a home but I wanted to see how this worked. I like this guy's presentation a lot! He's a natural on camera!

Thanks for all your videos, they really help!

Thanks for your knowledge Chuck.