When Tyler and Rachel Edge founded The drainEDGE Company in March 2023, they set out with a clear mission: bring high-quality drainage solutions and outstanding service to the drainage tile industry — and do it in a way that truly puts people first.

And if you spend even five minutes with Tyler — better known by customers and friends as “Tyler the Tile Guy” — you’ll understand exactly why this business is different.

“We produce drainage tile — plastic corrugated pipe that goes underground to assist with water movement and management,” Rachel explains. “Many of our customers work in agriculture, where it’s used in fields for better water management. But we’re also growing into the commercial sector, helping support infrastructure for construction and roadways.”

At The drainEDGE Company, we offer a wide range of pipe sizes for use in small-scale projects to major infrastructure. Our drainage pipe comes in diameters ranging from 3 inches to 24 inches, designed to fit every job’s unique needs. The company’s product lineup includes single-wall, dual-wall, flexible dual-wall, and small coils, with coverage across the Midwest — including Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, Missouri, and beyond. They primarily sell direct to contractors and some direct to farmers, ensuring that those who need it most get the products quickly and reliably.

A Unique Blend of Expertise

Before he was “Tyler the Tile Guy,” Tyler was introduced to the plastic industry back in 2006. It didn’t take long for him to see how drainage tile could completely transform agriculture, crop yields, and soil health. With over 17 years of hands-on experience under his belt, he not only learned the business inside and out — he spotted the gaps where customer service and product availability could be better.

Meanwhile, Rachel brought her own valuable experience from executive leadership in healthcare, with a focus on customer care and team development. Together, they blended their strengths to create something unique: a company that’s as focused on people as it is on production.

Their approach is simple but powerful: “Plastic may be our product, but people will remain our focus.”

Built on Core Values

The drainEDGE Company runs on one key principle — and Tyler the Tile Guy says it best: “It’s not about us; it’s about enhancing the lives of everyone we serve.”

The company’s core value, Together, is more than just a word on the wall. It drives every decision they make, from how they treat employees to how they support farmers and contractors managing the land.

Today, the drainEDGE Company operates 24/7, with 20–25 full-time employees keeping two busy production machines humming along. From day one, neighboring businesses in Pella rallied around them, offering support and making their first impressions of the community unforgettable.