Drainage & Grading
Water movement, slope, downspouts, and base conditions planned before patios, walls, and planting are installed.
Start with where the water goes.
Water issues can ruin patios, walls, and planting. We look at slope, downspouts, clay soil, low spots, and where water needs to move before finishes go in.
- Surface gradingChanges to surface slopes and low spots based on how water moves through the property.
- French drainsSubsurface collection where appropriate, with the outlet and site conditions reviewed first.
- Downspout and water routingA practical route for roof runoff, coordinated with the yard, hardscape, and discharge location.
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Projects from our portfolio, including related outdoor improvements.
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We work through the choices that affect your space, your budget, and how the finished project will be used.
Trace the water
Look at low spots, downspouts, slopes, and what happens during rainfall.
Plan a suitable route
Review grading and drainage options, including where collected water can go.
Protect the finished yard
Coordinate drainage work with patios, walls, planting, and the areas disturbed by construction.
Drainage & Grading FAQs
A few practical questions homeowners usually ask before the project starts.
Known water problems should be reviewed before the patio layout is finalized. The drainage plan can affect excavation, elevations, retaining walls, and where the finished surface goes.
Send wide views of the yard, the areas where water collects, and nearby downspouts. Photos or video during rainfall are useful if you can take them safely. Tell us how long the water remains.
Scope, materials and equipment, site access, removal work, and preparation all affect the price. Share photos and a rough budget range so we can discuss a realistic scope; a project-specific quote needs the site details.
Send your project address, a few photos, and a short description of what you want to change. Include your preferred timing and budget range if you have them. We will discuss the project and the next step.
Often planned together.
Include these in the conversation if they are part of your plans.
