Yard grading and drainage correction in San Antonio for negative slope, low spots and water flowing toward the home.
If the lot can be reshaped to move surface water naturally, grading or a shallow swale may reduce the need for extensive underground pipe.
If the lot can be reshaped to move surface water naturally, grading or a shallow swale may reduce the need for extensive underground pipe.
Areas that pitch toward the house can hold water at the slab edge. Regrading can help establish positive drainage away from the structure.
Tight lots, patios, fences and neighboring elevations can limit surface flow. In those cases, grading may be paired with catch basins or underground drainage.
Collection is only one part of the job. Filter fabric, clean aggregate, correct pipe type, consistent fall and a dependable outlet all affect long-term performance.
If water repeatedly pools, saturates soil or runs toward a structure, yard grading & drainage may be part of the solution. The property should be evaluated for slope, collection points and a discharge route.
Not always. Some properties need a combination of French drains, surface drains, catch basins, grading, swales or downspout drainage.
The outlet depends on site elevation and local requirements. Common options include daylight at a lower point, a pop-up emitter or another suitable discharge location.
Call San Antonio Drainage and describe where the water collects and when it happens.