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Drainage InsightsJuly 05, 2025 5 min read

Landscape Grading: The Foundation Protection You Can't Skip

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Before installing expensive drains, check your grade. The ground should slope away from your house at least 6 inches in the first 10 feet.

What is Negative Grade?

Over time, the backfill soil around a new home settles, creating a "trough" next to the foundation that collects water. This is called negative grade and is the #1 cause of basement leaks.

Our Grading Services

We add low-permeability clay soil next to the foundation and compact it to create a permanent slope that sheds water away from your home, protecting your investment.

Stop the Water Damage.

Water issues don't get better with time—they get more expensive. Get a professional opinion before the next storm.

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