# DIY Stormwater Drainage
Things You'll Need
- Storm drain assembly
- Shovel
- Sand
- Measuring tape
- PVC pipe
- Silicone caulk
- Hacksaw
- Concrete mixture
- Fitted grate
Instructions
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Use a shovel to dig the trench 2 feet in width for a sand bed layout, then allow 4 feet in width to back-fill concrete on each side. Measure a 12-inch to every 66-foot slope on the decline.
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Connect the joints and end caps, and seal with silicone caulk. Position the end cap at the highest point of the storm drain channel. Adjoin the low-end of the storm drain to a natural rainwater reserve, such as a pond, lake or river. Connect a 90-degree corner piece to the storm drain channel and the end cap.
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Use a hacksaw to customize the storm drain channel length. Pour the concrete and allow it to dry for 72 hours before installing the fitted grate, which is a grilled, metal frame that covers the storm drain and protects it from falling debris, such as leaves and trash. Allow a 2-inch gap between the surface and the storm drain siding to keep the fitted grate from sliding during heavy storms.
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