Outdoor Transformations
Grading & Drainage
Water moving away from your home — and a yard that dries out after rain.
Overview
What changes for you.
Pooling water, soggy lawns and wet basements often trace back to grading. Over time, settling soil and added beds can turn the slope back toward the house.
We assess where water goes, correct the grade, and build the fix into the finished landscape so it looks like part of the yard — not an afterthought.
Foundation protection
Positive slope away from the house to reduce water against the foundation.
Usable lawn
Fewer puddles and soft spots after heavy rain.
A base that lasts
Patios, walkways and sod installed on a stable, correctly sloped base.
Scope
What's included.
- Drainage assessment
- Regrading around foundations
- Swales and surface drainage paths
- Downspout extension routing
- Topsoil and compaction
- Finish grade ready for sod or planting
Your written proposal confirms the exact scope, materials and exclusions for your property.
Before you start
Worth knowing up front.
Neighbouring properties
Grading must not push water onto a neighbour's lot. We plan drainage paths that respect lot lines and municipal rules.
Clay soils
Common across the region, clay drains slowly. Grade and surface paths matter more than buried quick fixes.
Basement concerns
Grading helps with surface water. Active leaks may also need a foundation specialist — we will tell you if so.
Process
How the work unfolds.
Assess
Walk the property, note low spots and downspout outlets.
Plan
Target grades and drainage paths in writing.
Regrade
Excavate, reshape and compact.
Finish
Topsoil and sod or planting to protect the new grade.
FAQ
Grading & Drainage: common questions.
How do I know if my yard needs regrading?
Water pooling near the foundation, soil sloping toward the house, or a lawn that stays soggy days after rain are common signs.
Can grading be combined with new sod?
Yes, and it should be. Correcting the grade right before sod gives you a level, well-drained lawn.
Do you install French drains?
Where surface grading is not enough, we discuss subsurface options during the assessment and include them in the written proposal if appropriate.
Request a quote
Tell us about your project.
Share a few details and we'll follow up to arrange a site walk. Every quote is written and itemized.
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