Reshape the Land So Water Leaves on Its Own
Sometimes the best drainage system is the ground itself. When a yard slopes toward the house or holds water in low spots, Garrison’s Landscaping, LLC regrades it so water sheets away from the foundation and toward a safe exit. We use compact track loaders to cut, fill and shape the soil with precision, then finish with topsoil and seed or sod.
Grading for New Construction and Renovations
We also handle finish grading around new homes, additions, decks and retaining walls, and site preparation for patios, pools and outbuildings. Correct grading at this stage prevents the drainage problems that are far more expensive to fix after the landscaping is in.
Key Benefits of Professional Grading
Grading solves the problem at its source. Instead of collecting water after it pools, a proper slope keeps it from pooling in the first place.
- Positive slope away from the foundation on every side
- Fills low spots and ruts that hold water and breed mosquitoes
- Prepares a stable, well-drained base for patios and lawns
- Reduces erosion on slopes and along walls
- Finished with topsoil and seed or sod for a clean result
We shoot grades before and after, so the slope is measured, not eyeballed. Soil is cut and filled in lifts and compacted, and we protect existing trees, utilities and hardscapes while the equipment is on site.
Grading often pairs with a French drain or buried downspouts to finish the job. For larger commercial sites, see commercial grading and site preparation.