Drainage and Grading

Effective drainage and grading are essential for maintaining a healthy landscape. They prevent water accumulation, protect your plants, and enhance the overall beauty of your outdoor space.

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Strengthen Your Landscape From the Ground Up.

A stunning outdoor space starts below the surface. Without proper grading and drainage, even the most beautiful landscapes can suffer from erosion, pooling water, and costly long-term damage.

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Soil

Foundation First: Building Landscapes That Last

Drainage and grading are the unseen heroes of every successful landscape. Poor water management can cause standing puddles, soil erosion, foundation damage, and plant loss.
With smart drainage systems, we ensure excess water is carried off efficiently preventing costly problems before they start.

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Prevents Water Damage

Proper drainage protects your home’s foundation, basements, patios, and hardscapes from costly water intrusion and structural damage.

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Stops Erosion

Smart grading keeps your soil where it belongs, preventing erosion that can damage plants, destabilize land, and ruin the beauty of your property.

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Healthier Plants

Good water flow prevents root rot, mold, and disease creating a thriving environment for trees, shrubs, flowers, and turf.

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Water

Our Drainage and Grading Process

Stay updated by following our project timeline. Every phase is structured to guarantee quality and efficiency.

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Step 1

Thorough Site Assessment

We evaluate the current grading, soil conditions, and drainage patterns of your property.

Step 2

Customized Plan Design

Our team presents a tailored design proposal based on your preferences. We ensure it aligns with your budget and vision.

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Step 3

Professional Installation

Our skilled team reshapes the land, installs drainage systems, and stabilizes the area to ensure long-term durability and beauty.

Step 4

Final Testing and Inspection

We test all water flow paths and systems to ensure they perform perfectly and leave your property ready to thrive.

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Foundation

Build Your Landscape on a Foundation You Can Trust.

At Custom Scapes & Designs, we believe that beauty starts with stability. Our team brings engineering know-how, landscaping artistry, and a commitment to quality to every drainage and grading project.
We don’t just make your landscape look great we ensure it lasts through every season, every storm, and every challenge.

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Protect Your Property. Strengthen Your Landscape.

Don't leave your landscape’s future to chance. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and build a property that’s beautiful, healthy, and strong from the ground up.

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