Grading for Drainage

What This Service Involves

When water pools in the yard or runs toward the house, the fix often starts with grading. We reshape the ground to create the slopes that carry water away from structures and problem areas to where it should go, eliminating the low spots and reverse slopes that cause ponding and foundation issues. Grading for drainage addresses the root of many wet-yard problems and often works together with drains and swales for a complete solution in the rainy Pacific Northwest.

Benefits

Moves water away from the house; Eliminates ponding low spots; Corrects reverse slopes; Protects the foundation; Pairs with drains for a full fix

Our Process

1) Assess water flow and problem areas; 2) Establish target drainage slopes; 3) Cut and fill to reshape the ground; 4) Compact and blend the grade; 5) Verify flow and finish

What Affects the Cost

Area and grade change; Soil moved; Access; Related drainage work

Best Time of Year

Best done in drier conditions.