Drainage and erosion control around buildings with grading, gravel, swales, downspout extensions and ground cover that keep water and soil away from foundations and floors.
Water is the enemy of every outbuilding. A shed that sits in a puddle will rot, and a garage with runoff along one wall will have problems. Owners in Nashville, with heavy rain and clay soil, often need a plan to move water away from new and existing buildings before it causes damage.
We read the slope and the roof runoff, then plan swales, gravel strips, French drains, downspout extensions and grading that guide water to a safe place. We protect bare soil with gravel, mulch or planting so it does not wash away, and we plan outlets so neighbors are not affected. We explain what the plan can and cannot do in a very heavy storm. Drainage solutions work best as a system. Gutters collect roof water, downspout extensions move it away, swales or pipes carry it across the yard and grading keeps it from returning. We choose the least complicated approach that fits your site, often a few inches of regrading and a strip of gravel, and move to buried pipes only when needed. We explain how to maintain the system by keeping outlets clear.
Roof runoff, slope and soil are studied so the plan follows how water actually moves.
Gentle slopes and shallow channels guide water away from foundations.
Gravel strips, French drains and downspout extensions handle concentrated flows.
Gravel, mulch or planting holds bare ground and slows erosion.
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BeforeAfterBased on your site.
Slopes away from walls.
Gentle channels.
For tough spots.
Roof water moves away.
Gravel and cover.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Comparison guidePower and LightingHow sub-panels, trenches, conduit, circuits, outlets and lights are planned for sheds, garages and studios, and who does…Learn more 
Comparison guideTimeline and PhasesThe typical order of a shed, garage or carport project, from design and permits to site prep, foundation…Learn more 
ResourceTennessee 811The utility notification center for Tennessee that arranges marking of underground utility lines before you dig.Learn more Tick what you know about your lot, from slope, drainage and utilities to setbacks, HOA rules and permits, to see how ready your site looks and which pages to read first.
You tell us what you want to build or fix, how you will use it and where it will sit, and we ask about the lot and your timing.
We walk the lot, check slope, drainage, access, utilities and setbacks, and take photos and measurements.
You get a plain written estimate with the size, materials, foundation, finishes and schedule before anything is ordered.
We mark the layout, clear and level the area, set the foundation and arrange permits, delivery and utilities.
The frame, roof, siding, doors and windows go up, then the interior, power and trim are finished to the plan.
We walk the finished building with you, leave a care guide and photos and make it easy to schedule a checkup.
Often because water pools under or against it. Grading, gravel and gutters usually help.
Sometimes. We try simpler fixes first and use drains where they make sense.
No plan can promise that in every storm, and we explain what to expect.
We can shape your side and discuss options, though neighbor issues may need other help.
Yes, with downspouts that carry water well away from the building.
Clearing and GradingLand clearing and grading for buildings that removes brush, small trees and stumps, then shapes a level, well-drained…Explore 
GuttersGutters and downspout installation that collects roof water and sends it away from sheds, garages, barns and carports…Explore 
Gravel PadsGravel pad foundations made of compacted stone in a framed border, a drained, level base for sheds, small…Explore 
Site EvaluationSite evaluation and layout that checks slope, drainage, trees, utilities, access and setbacks, then marks the building on…Explore Tell us about your lot and your idea and we will call you back to set up a visit.
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