Drainage & Erosion Control
Enhance your landscape with proper drainage and erosion control from The Landscape Group, Inc. Don’t let water damage ruin your property. Our expert team will work with you to create a customized solution that not only protects your property from erosion but also enhances its overall aesthetic appeal.
Improper drainage can have serious long-term effects on your property. Trust the professionals at The Landscape Group, Inc. to handle all your drainage and grading needs. Our experienced team has been providing top-notch services for years, ensuring that your landscapes, lawns, and gardens thrive.
Combat stormwater runoff and prevent erosion with the right drainage system. The Landscape Group, Inc. offers both surface and subsurface drainage solutions to fit your specific needs. Trust our experts to recommend the best system for your property and provide top-quality workmanship using the best materials available.
As a full-service landscaping company, we pride ourselves on our ability to handle all aspects of landscape design, including drainage and grading. Trust The Landscape Group, Inc. to provide you with top-quality work and ensure your satisfaction. Contact us today and let us design a drainage and grading plan that will set your landscapes on the path to success!
Types of Drainage Installations
Proper drainage systems are essential for effective erosion control, as they prevent water from pooling and flowing uncontrollably across the landscape. Water runoff can wash away soil, damage plant roots, and deteriorate hardscapes without proper drainage. Here is a detailed look at our drainage services:
Surface Drainage Systems
Surface drainage systems are vital in managing water runoff, ensuring that excess water is efficiently diverted away from landscaping and hardscaping elements. These systems are typically visible and involve swales, channels, and gutters designed to guide water away from sensitive areas. By creating gentle slopes or strategically placed features such as catch basins, surface drainage prevents water from pooling in low-lying areas, where it can cause erosion, damage plants, or undermine structures like patios and driveways.
We use surface drainage in conjunction with landscaping elements, such as retaining walls, to create a balanced landscape solution. For example, a well-positioned swale can redirect water from a garden bed, while a drain along a driveway can prevent runoff from accumulating and flooding the yard. Surface systems also help minimize water damage to lawns and plants, promoting healthier growth by reducing excessive water saturation. A thoughtful surface drainage plan considers the natural flow of water, ensuring that it flows to areas where it can be safely absorbed or redirected, thus protecting your landscape and property.
Subsurface Drainage Systems
These installations help manage water below the surface, addressing soil saturation and underground water flow. These systems typically consist of perforated pipes or French drains buried beneath the soil, allowing water to move through the pipes and flow away from vulnerable areas. Subsurface systems are especially effective in areas with heavy clay soils or poor drainage conditions, where water accumulates and creates erosion problems. These features offer several advantages, including their ability to prevent waterlogging of plants and soil erosion by intercepting water before it reaches the surface.
This type of drainage is significant in regions that experience frequent rainfall or where water runoff from neighboring properties can cause issues. By placing drainage pipes at strategic depths, subsurface systems efficiently remove excess water, ensuring the stability of both plants and hardscapes. These systems are often less visible than surface drainage but are just as essential for maintaining your landscape's overall health and longevity.
For details about our Drainage & Erosion Control solutions, please call The Landscape Group at 770-649-1155 or schedule a consultation via the form on this page.
