So, you want slope drainage, but you don’t want the slope drainage pricing… no problem.

First, let’s address a common myth about sloped drainage. For many years, it has been a marketing approach used by some companies to justify higher pricing by suggesting it’s the only effective solution. While sloped drainage certainly has its place, there are multiple ways to properly divert water. Yes, we offer sloped drainage in our concrete systems, but in our opinion it is often unnecessary for most homeowners.

Introducing our Cascade Method of Installation. This is our “step-down” method, where the system gradually changes height to increase water flow. In many cases, it can move as much water as traditional sloped drainage—sometimes even more depending on the depth—while costing about 40% less. The installation process is also very straightforward.

You can use the Cascade Method with our 4-inch and 8-inch channels by simply stepping the system down as it progresses. Whenever the height of the system changes, place the corresponding Cascade Adapter in the joint. Then position the next channel underneath and level it using our Installation Brackets, and you’re ready to continue.

There you have it—all the benefits of sloped drainage with less complexity and significantly lower cost. Water will always find its path out, whether the system is fully sloped or stepped properly. The key is installing it correctly.

Below is a chart showing how the Cascade Method works. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our team—we’re always happy to help.