French Drain Man

Available in sleek black or classic white, our Downspout Leaf Filter is the perfect addition to any home exterior. Say goodbye to clogged downspouts and damaged home exteriors with our innovative and reliable solution. Order your Downspout Leaf Filter today and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a clean and well-maintained home exterior.

FDM recommends black for those living in the North. Black gathers light and heats up during daylight hours to help melt freeze ups.

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Downspout Cleanout Leaf Filter

As a drainage contractor, one of our biggest complaints about downspout cleanouts was that they would spray and splash up against the house, which risks all kinds of damage to the home’s foundation.

We worked closely with engineers to create a downspout leaf filter and vented cleanout that would contain roof runoff water. This filled a much needed gap in the drainage market. I wish I had this part my whole career.

No More Splashing

Water falls through our leaf filter cleanout without any spraying or splashing. We designed it with a door that funnels the water through buried downspouts. When water enters the cleanout, it splashes off the inside of the door and sends the water down through the system.

Also, the shape of our vented cleanout allows water to funnel gradually. The fluid dynamics are second to none.

Vented Cleanout and Leaf Filter – All in One

First and foremost, this is a vented downspout cleanout, but we also built it as a leaf filter with a removable screen.

Patented Vent for Cleanout

Downspouts are powered by gravity. During a heavy rain event they can become full of water if there is nowhere to vent. Venting your downspout at the house will allow that water to keep velocity and flow at a higher speed.

Also, if you have a freeze up or if grass grows over your popup emitter, you’ll still be able to vent the water at the cleanout.

Removable Screen for Leaf Filter

This is the first cleanout on the market with a screen that you can remove, if desired. However, if you are trying to filter out leaves and large debris, we do recommend that you keep the screen in place.

You can also remove the center of the screen when you need to access the downspout line. This makes it easy to run a camera, a garden hose or a heat cable in the winter to keep water from freezing in the line.

Fits Any 3 or 4 in Drainage Pipe

No more shopping around to find different adapters and parts that fit. Our downspout cleanout leaf filter will connect to any 4 in. pipe.

• 4″ Corrugated single wall pipe
• 4″ Dualwall corrugated pipe
• 4″ PVC SDR 35
• 4″ PVC Schedule 40
• 4″ PVC Schedule 30
• 4″ Triple Wall septic field pipe
• 3″ Corrugated single wall pipe
• 3″ Dualwall corrugated pipe
• 3″ PVC SDR 35
• 3″ PVC Schedule 40
• 3″ PVC Schedule 30

The downspout will snap right in to our leaf filter cleanout with no need to seal or glue it.

Made in the USA

We are proud to say we manufactured our leaf filter cleanout in the USA – right  in   Michigan.

4 in. x 12 in. Dual Wall Riser for Downspout Leaf Filter and Clean Out- French Drain Man

FDM’s 200 Year Tape – Extra Sticky & Extra Stretchy makes watertight junctions and connections. Unlike other tapes of its kind, it has amazing grip and stretching capabilities, making it the best in the industry. FDM’s 200 Year Tape – Extra Sticky & Extra Stretchy can be used in a variety of applications, including marine, field tiling, plumbing, automotive, and maintenance.

Introducing the revolutionary, new triple patent pending design for catch basins that will make all other inline catch basins obsolete. Not sure which basin size is best for your application? Check out FDM’s video on how to size your basin for your specific drainage needs and project environment: VIDEO BELOW

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Kit Includes:

• Turf Restrictor Plate in black or green.
• 4″ grate OR solid cover in black or green.
• (1) 4″ Corrugated to 4″ PVC HDPE coupler with female adapter with fasteners
• (1) 4″ Corrugated to 4″ PVC HDPE coupler with male adapter with fasteners
• Sump Basin Sediment Trap

This innovative design boasts a larger sump capacity for sediment, and a slim 5″ width to fit in a trench made with a trencher. The best part is, the slim design does not require a large hole, making installation a breeze.

The distance from inlet to outlet is greater than that of a traditional 4 in. catch basin, allowing for more sediment to be caught, and keeping your drain system pipe nice and clean. The top of the basin is shaped like a round 4″ drain pipe, ensuring that if your system has a 1% slope, no water will stand and freeze in the winter in the top portion of the catch basin.

Superior Strength to Withstand Any Climate
The bottom portion (sediment trap) is designed to take freeze ups without cracking or breaking, made from 100% virgin HDPE with no blown-in fillers or recycled materials for superior strength and longevity. It is also mold injected for controlled wall thickness, and connects to 4″ Corrugated.

Pilot Holes for Optional Drilling

If the installer chooses to drill holes in the bottom of the sump pit, there are 6 pilot holes for easy drilling.

Easy to Clean

The sediment trap is sloped so debris doesn’t settle in the center, making sediment removal a breeze.

There are no corners, and the interior design is rounded for ease of cleaning out the sediment.

This innovative design was created by contractors, ensuring that wisdom, knowledge, and experience were incorporated into every aspect.

5-Year Money-Back Guarantee

With a 5-year money-back guarantee against breakage, you can trust in the durability and longevity of this innovative catch basin. Please note, it is not intended for vehicular traffic. Upgrade your catch basin system with this innovative design and experience the difference for yourself.

Introducing French Drain Man’s innovative “Not Quite a 90” – the ultimate solution for efficient water drainage around your property. This unique fitting is designed with a built-in slope, ensuring the perfect angle for redirecting water away from your house or achieving the ideal pitch for your pop-up emitter.

Introducing French Drain Man’s innovative “Not Quite a 90” – the ultimate solution for efficient water drainage around your property. This unique fitting is designed with a built-in slope, ensuring the perfect angle for redirecting water away from your house or achieving the ideal pitch for your pop-up emitter.

New! EXTRA Heavy-Duty 4 in. Wye Fitting. Built for durability and reliability, this fitting is the preferred choice of the French Drain Man Team.

The 4 in. Wye fitting seamlessly connects multiple drainage lines, ensuring a smooth transition between pipes and effectively directing water flow while minimizing turbulence.

Trust the choice of professionals — choose our EXTRA Heavy-Duty 4 in. Wye Fitting for your next drainage project.

The French Drain Man 4″ Grate is a high-quality drainage solution made from 100% virgin HDPE, ensuring the utmost durability and strength.

Unlike other drainage grates that use recycled materials, this grate is constructed using mold injection technology, guaranteeing a superior quality product. Our Drain Grate contains no blown-in fillers, which can weaken the grate over time, and its unique dome shape prevents debris from laying flat and impeding water and air flow.

Crafted using a mold injection process, this cover has a controlled wall thickness that outperforms other molding processes. Additionally, it is made from 100% virgin HDPE, which means that no blown-in fillers or recycled materials are used in its production.

With the French Drain Man 4″ Solid Drain Cover, you can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your drain system is secure and free from unwanted pests. Its solid design and high-quality materials make it an ideal choice for anyone looking to improve the performance of their drain system.

• 4″ x 4″ Solid Drain Cover for Yard Drainage
• Ideal for Cleanouts
• Fits any 4 in. Outlet, including FDM’s Turf Restrictor Plate
• No glue or tape required
• Mold injected for control over wall thickness
• 100% Pure High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), non-recycled material with no blown-in fillers

Product Details

Kit Includes:

• Turf Restrictor Plate in black or green.
• 4″ grate OR solid cover in black or green.
• (1) 4″ Corrugated to 4″ PVC HDPE coupler with female adapter with fasteners
• (1) 4″ Corrugated to 4″ PVC HDPE coupler with male adapter with fasteners
• Sump Basin Sediment Trap

This innovative design boasts a larger sump capacity for sediment, and a slim 5″ width to fit in a trench made with a trencher. The best part is, the slim design does not require a large hole, making installation a breeze.

The distance from inlet to outlet is greater than that of a traditional 4 in. catch basin, allowing for more sediment to be caught, and keeping your drain system pipe nice and clean. The top of the basin is shaped like a round 4″ drain pipe, ensuring that if your system has a 1% slope, no water will stand and freeze in the winter in the top portion of the catch basin.

Superior Strength to Withstand Any Climate
The bottom portion (sediment trap) is designed to take freeze ups without cracking or breaking, made from 100% virgin HDPE with no blown-in fillers or recycled materials for superior strength and longevity. It is also mold injected for controlled wall thickness, and connects to 4″ Corrugated.

Pilot Holes for Optional Drilling

If the installer chooses to drill holes in the bottom of the sump pit, there are 6 pilot holes for easy drilling.

Easy to Clean

The sediment trap is sloped so debris doesn’t settle in the center, making sediment removal a breeze.

There are no corners, and the interior design is rounded for ease of cleaning out the sediment.

This innovative design was created by contractors, ensuring that wisdom, knowledge, and experience were incorporated into every aspect.

5-Year Money-Back Guarantee

With a 5-year money-back guarantee against breakage, you can trust in the durability and longevity of this innovative catch basin. Please note, it is not intended for vehicular traffic. Upgrade your catch basin system with this innovative design and experience the difference for yourself.

FDM’s Indestructible Turf Restrictor Plate 2.0 with 4 in. Pop-Up Emitter
(pop up door is included)

Connects to 4 inch Corrugated Pipe.

Turf Restrictor plate is available in black, green or tan.

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Dimensions and Specifications

Kit Includes:

• Turf Restrictor Plate with Pop-Up Door
• FDM’s 4 in. Not Quite a 90 Fitting for maximum flow rate
• Fully Assembled