Many homeowners overlook the importance of grading until they have water in their basement or a lake in their driveway. Grading isn't just about making the ground look flat—it's about engineering the flow of water around your property.
Protect Your Foundation
The most critical job of grading is to ensure the ground slopes away from your home's foundation. Negative grade (ground sloping toward the house) funnels rainwater directly against your basement walls, leading to hydrostatic pressure, cracks, and leaks.
Prevent Soil Erosion
Uncontrolled water runoff cuts channels into your yard, washing away expensive topsoil and nutrients. Proper swales and berms direct water safely to drainage areas without taking your lawn with it.
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