Frequently Asked Questions

• Review local regulations.
• Plan for demolition if needed.
• Arrange for utility marking.
• Clear the work area.
• Set up a site visit.
• Talk through design and layout options.
• Plan for ongoing maintenance.

There are various forms of drainage systems, and each one has a specific purpose in controlling water flow:

• Surface Drainage System – This system drains excess water from the ground surface, often employing channels, ditches, or drains to re-direct water away from points where water can be a cause of damage or flooding.


• Subsurface Drainage System – Intended to treat water that accumulates below the ground surface, the system employs buried pipes or perforated tubing that harvest and transfer groundwater.


• Slope Drainage System – The main application for sloping sites, this system controls runoff and erosion by funneling water downwards and away from sensitive areas.


• Downspouts and Gutter Systems – Such systems are generally placed along roofs and assist in channeling rainwater from gutters to the ground, thereby avoiding water from accumulating around the foundation of a building.

The subsurface drainage system is usually the best solution to avoiding water from gathering near a home's foundation. It successfully diverts excess water from under the ground, shielding the building. It can also improve plant health by avoiding water from collecting in the root zone, allowing for improved drainage and soil aeration.

The earthmoving process involves several key activities, including loosening and excavating the earth, transporting it, lifting it to a different location or machine, and placing it precisely where needed. Additional machinery may be used to compact the earth and ensure the final construction is stable and well-formed.

The activities involved in earthmoving include:

• – Excavating (digging up earth),
• – Loading (transferring earth onto equipment),
• – Hauling (transporting earth to a new location),
• – Placing (dumping and spreading earth),
• – Compacting (pressing earth to remove air pockets),
• – Grading (leveling the surface),
• – Finishing (final touches for a smooth, stable surface).

A landscaper is in charge of all types of jobs, including cutting back trees, gardening flowers, building gardens, and installing watering systems. They have a place everywhere because almost all property or open area needs to be landscaped to look beautiful and work as efficiently as possible.

When gardening near your home, try to emphasize, not hide, the foundation. Fill spaces in front of small porches and windows with low-maintenance shrubs or groundcover plants. To form a well-proportioned, attractive sight for the corners of your dwelling, use bigger rounded shrubs or small trees.

The four basic types of retaining walls are:

• Gravity Retaining Walls – Work on their weight to counteract the pressure of the soil at their back.
• Cantilever Retaining Walls – Make use of both leverage and their structure to withstand soil pressure.
• Embedded Retaining Walls – Anchored into the ground to secure stability and block soil movement.
• Reinforced Soil Retaining Walls – Employ layers of reinforced material, such as steel mesh, to reinforce the wall and resist soil.