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Picked by Darin

Picked by Darin Chamberlin. In 42 years of landscape contracting, Darin has worked hand in hand with roofers, plumbers, remodelers, tree crews and storm repair pros, because every outdoor project depends on the trades around it. This drainage store grew out of that work. It isn't a venture capital deal, it's gear Darin has seen get the job done.

Drainage gear and supplies for Cedar Rapids Drain Pros customers.

Browse useful supplies for the job and for maintenance afterward. Amazon links launch separately, leaving this page available. When you want professional help, request a no-cost estimate.

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18 x 18 x 24-Inch Catch Basin with Debris Basket See it on Amazon

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Picked from the products on this page. New Hot Item of the Day every day, of the Week every Monday, of the Month on the 1st.

Local picks for Cedar Rapids

Heavy spring rain and a river-flood history mean wet basements. Back up the sump pump and get an alarm when the water rises.

Wayne ESP25n 12-volt battery backup sump pump

Wayne ESP25n 12-volt battery backup sump pump

A 12-volt battery backup sump pump in coated steel that takes over when the power goes out or the main pump fails.

Confirm whether a battery is included before you order.

Wi-Fi sump pump alarm with 33 ft float switch

Wi-Fi sump pump alarm with 33 ft float switch

A weatherproof sump and septic alarm with a 33-foot float switch, a loud audible alarm and email alerts when the water rises.

Email alerts need working Wi-Fi. Test the float and alarm each season.

Our picks

Rainwater dripping from a roof edge onto green plants — Photo: Unsplash

Superior manual utility pump

Superior manual utility pump

A submersible utility pump can transfer pooled water to a permitted discharge location.

This hand-operated utility pump is not an automatic sump unit. Protect the electrical connection with approved equipment, and send water to an appropriate discharge area.

Raptor micro-mesh gutter guards

Raptor micro-mesh gutter guards

Choose a gutter guard suited to your setup to limit debris getting into roof drainage lines.

Check the current offer and verify the exact version, fit, and manufacturer’s instructions before ordering.

100 ft sewer and drain inspection camera

100 ft sewer and drain inspection camera

Use this drain inspection camera to examine tile drains, downspouts, and sewer pipes; it records at 1080p and includes 100 feet of cable.

Keep the camera clear of energized wires. Wash the cable and let it dry after each use.

More top picks

Wayne 1 HP Submersible Sump Pump

Wayne 1 HP Submersible Sump Pump

Built for demanding sump work, this pump combines cast iron with stainless steel and comes with a replacement switch.

Review the pump’s specifications and discharge needs prior to operation.

NDS 12-Inch Square Catch Basin Kit

NDS 12-Inch Square Catch Basin Kit

The package includes a 12-inch basin, two adapters, a plug for the outlet, and a grate made of plastic.

Check the outlet size and choose a suitable basin location.

A black hideaway two-way radio base unit with a short antenna and a green status light, next to a wireless handheld microphone

Featured: Picked by Darin

Midland MXT295 15W GMRS mobile radio with Bluetooth mic

Talk between the crew in the yard and the truck on a big drainage or waterproofing job. 15 watts (5-watt low setting), IP67 sealed against dust and water, automatic noise canceling, 22 GMRS + 8 repeater channels and 154 privacy codes, PA and intercom, and NOAA weather alerts. The hideaway base unit tucks out of sight and runs off a DC vehicle adapter.

Using GMRS in the US needs an FCC license: no test, $35 for 10 years, and one license covers your immediate family. Anyone outside your family needs their own.

Read our GMRS guide (license, range, uses)

Five black GLOBAL-PTT handheld radios with screens showing WiFi, 4G LTE, GPS and SOS icons

Crew radios over cell networks

global-ptt 5-pack 4G LTE / WiFi push-to-talk radios

Five push-to-talk radios that talk over 4G LTE or WiFi instead of radio range, so a crew spread across town (or across job sites) can still reach each other. Each one comes with a pre-installed SIM card, GPS and an SOS button, in an IP67 case that floats if it gets dropped in water.

Needs cell or WiFi coverage to work. Check the current price, coverage and platform terms on Amazon before ordering.

Polylok 24-Inch Rhino Catch Basin Kit

Polylok 24-Inch Rhino Catch Basin Kit

A heavy-duty basin kit with a 24-inch measurement.

Confirm installation dimensions.

NDS Pro Series Channel Drain Kit

NDS Pro Series Channel Drain Kit

This channel drain set has a deep profile and includes galvanized-steel grates, end caps, and an outlet.

Measure the channel and outlet to confirm their dimensions ahead of installation.

18 x 18 x 24-Inch Catch Basin with Debris Basket

18 x 18 x 24-Inch Catch Basin with Debris Basket

A roomy catch basin for drainage, provided with a debris basket.

Verify the basin dimensions and outlet requirements for your layout.

Flex Drain with Sock, 25 Feet

Flex Drain with Sock, 25 Feet

A sock-covered flexible drain line, 25 feet in length.

Confirm the pipe diameter works for your drainage layout.

Vodaland 4-Inch Easy 2 Premium Trench Drain

Vodaland 4-Inch Easy 2 Premium Trench Drain

This five-piece, 4-inch trench drain system includes galvanized stamped steel grating.

Work out the full drainage run and check the connections before installing.

4-Inch Grate Yard Drain Kit

4-Inch Grate Yard Drain Kit

A yard drain kit intended for a drainage emitter and sump pump discharge.

Confirm pipe compatibility.

Everbilt Sump Pump Discharge Kit

Everbilt Sump Pump Discharge Kit

An inline kit for sump pump discharge.

Make sure the kit works with your pump.

Six-Pack Channel Drain with Galvanized Steel Grate

Six-Pack Channel Drain with Galvanized Steel Grate

This six-pack of channel drains comes with galvanized steel grates.

Verify the channel dimensions and available outlet options.

VEVOR Trench Drain System with Metal Grate, 3-Pack

VEVOR Trench Drain System with Metal Grate, 3-Pack

Three HDPE trench drains are included, each fitted with a metal grate.

Check dimensions and installation requirements before proceeding.

Source 1 Channel Drain with Concrete Grey Grate, 3-Pack

Source 1 Channel Drain with Concrete Grey Grate, 3-Pack

This three-pack of driveway channel drains has concrete-grey grates.

Confirm the channel dimensions and outlet options for your project.

Three-Pack B125 Trench Drain with Ductile Iron Grate

Three-Pack B125 Trench Drain with Ductile Iron Grate

A three-pack of trench drains fitted with ductile iron grates.

Check the load class and dimensions against the installation requirements.

Stainless Steel Channel Drain, 6.6 Feet

Stainless Steel Channel Drain, 6.6 Feet

A stainless-steel channel drain, 1.41 inches across and 6.6 feet long.

Check the channel width and verify it suits the installation.

NDS catch-basin kit

NDS catch-basin kit

A catch basin gathers water from the surface and forms one part of a drainage setup.

Check the latest deal, specific model, compatibility, and maker’s directions before you buy.

Klein pinless moisture meter

Klein pinless moisture meter

A moisture meter can help with follow-up checks on accessible materials after drainage issues.

Check the offer, selected version, compatibility, and maker’s directions before placing an order.

Flexzilla garden hose

Flexzilla garden hose

With a suitable connector, a garden hose can support a controlled drainage test or carry pump discharge.

Confirm the latest deal, specific model, compatibility, and maker’s directions before purchase.

Bonus pick

Backup Power Pick

One backup power pick to keep a fridge, lights and phones running when the grid goes down. It opens on Amazon in a new tab.

Test-run gas generators outdoors, never in a garage or near a window.

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Backup power

Keep the fridge, phones, lights and Wi-Fi going when the grid goes down. A gas inverter generator handles the big loads.

An orange and black AIVOLT open-frame inverter generator in a black tube frame, printed 4200 peak and 3300 running watts

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Open-frame inverter generator

AIVOLT 4,200W open-frame inverter generator

A gas inverter generator rated 4,200 peak / 3,300 running watts. AIVOLT lists up to 16 hours of runtime on its 2.6-gallon tank in ECO mode, CO shutdown, a low-oil alert, parallel capability, an RV-ready outlet and USB ports, at 54.3 lb and 68 dB.

Run gas generators outdoors only, far from doors and windows. Carbon monoxide can kill.

Photo: AIVOLT (manufacturer product photo), via aivoltshop.com