Grading guide
Yard Grading and Drainage
When water flows the wrong direction or settles in low areas, corrective grading may be part of the solution.
Start with what the water is doing
The visible symptom does not always identify the cause. A local professional may evaluate grade, soil, runoff paths, downspouts, irrigation and existing drainage before recommending work.
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Local professionals that may fit
Common next steps
Depending on the property, professionals may evaluate grading, catch basins, surface drains, French drains, swales, culverts, downspout routing or irrigation-related causes. Avoid choosing a solution solely from an online symptom.