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Regrading your yard?
Regrading your yard means changing the slope or level of the land to improve drainage, prevent water damage, or prepare for landscaping projects like laying sod or artificial turf. Sometimes this can be a small part of a yard but it can also be a complete yard regrading.
There can be many reasons to regrade your yard. We have compiled some helpful information for you on this page.
🛠️ Why Regrade Your Yard?
🛠️ Why Regrade Your Yard?
🛠️ Why Regrade Your Yard?
There can be many factors leading up to a decision to regrade a yard. The short list below are some common reasons you should look into this process.
- 🚫 Fix drainage problems (water pooling, flooding near foundation)
- 🏠 Protect your home’s foundation from water damage
- 🌱 Prepare for new landscaping (sod, turf, patios, etc.)
- ✅ Improve yard usability and appearance
Sometimes yards can become very uneven over the years due to no fault of the owner and may need a helping hand for an enjoyable space. If you are experiencing any drainage problems or are looking to prepare for landscaping, use the button below to give us a call and schedule a Free Estimate!
📏 Regrading Signs
🛠️ Why Regrade Your Yard?
🛠️ Why Regrade Your Yard?
- Water pools near the foundation or in parts of the yard.
- Basement leaks after rain.
- Lawn is soggy or eroding.
- Cracked or uneven patios, driveways, or sidewalks.
These are all strong indications that your yard may need to be regarded. In cases where you are only seeing pooling in specific areas it may only be necessary to regrade the trouble area.
If you aren't sure if you need to have your yard regraded use the button below to schedule a free estimate.
🔧Regrading Process
🛠️ Why Regrade Your Yard?
🔧Regrading Process
If you are new to Regrading the following steps will give you a more accurate view of the process that will be used.
- Plan the Slope
- Minimum slope: 2% (about 1/4 inch per foot) away from structures.
- Use a string line level or laser level to measure grade.
- Mark High and Low Points
- Flag or spray paint problem areas.
- Mark where you’ll add or remove soil.
- Remove Existing Grass or Debris
- Use a sod cutter or shovel.
- Clear rocks, roots, and other debris.
- Add or Remove Soil
- Use fill dirt (not topsoil) for leveling.
- Compact soil in layers to avoid future settling.
- Never grade soil higher than 6–8 inches below siding or vents.
- Smooth and Compact
- Use a landscape rake to smooth.
- Compact with a tamper, roller, or plate compactor.
- Check Your Slope Again
- Re-measure slope before finishing.
- Use string line or water level to confirm.
- Apply Topsoil (if planting grass or sod)
- Add 2–4 inches of topsoil over the fill dirt.
- Ready the surface for sod, seed, or turf.
This is a basic overview of the process that is used. This is not all the steps by any means but can be a great place to start. If you still have questions use the button below to call us!