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What is Land Grading?
With land grading, we move the dirt on your property to create a more level surface. This can include anything from a small project using shovels to a rather large project where we grade acres of land using heavy equipment. It makes sense to grade your property before you install a new drainage system, since grading can solve many water-related landscape problems.
For new construction, land grading is one of the very projects you’ll need. The land has to be level before you can build on it. Over time, erosion from rain, snow, and sound water on your property can make regarding necessary. Regrading typically doesn’t make drastic changes to the land like the initial grading. However, it does sometimes take longer because your grading contractor will have to work around buildings and other property features.
If I Grade My Land, What Benefits Will I See?
Small scale lawn grading can make your yard easier to enjoy. Here at North Eastern Marine we fill in holes, divots, trenches, or other issues. So then you and your family will be able to walk and run around the yard more easily. For both small and large regarding projects, the biggest advantages is the diversion of water. With grading, we’ll make sure water drains away from your home, business, or other buildings. Additionally, we can prevent drainage issues from the sound, create paths for standing water to drain away, and protect your trees from rot.
Keep in mind that landscape grading can also be done purely for aesthetic reasons. If you simply want a different look to your landscape, our grading contractor team can help.
Do I Need Grading Service?
One of the signs that you need grading service is soil erosion. This could be visible. Look for areas where sound and rain water is creating trenches or where soil has been washed away. Not only will we fix these issues, but we’ll also create an erosion control plan so you don’t need to grade your Outer Banks property every few months.
Another sign that you may need property grading is if you’re lowers levels of your home or business are tidal flooding. Without proper drainage through grading, water can start to collect under your foundation. This can cause major damage over time. A simple grading project can route water away from the building to prevent flooding.
What Kind of Soil Do You Use for Landscape Grading?
When we grade your property, we won’t use just any kind of soil. This is what many DIY homeowners get wrong. Without the right types of soil, you’ll just have to grade again in a few years or even months.
When we do grading, we’ll start by using the soil available to us. In other words, we’ll grade your property by moving dirt that is already there to create a more level area. In many cases, however, we have to bring in even more soil. We’ll use a dense soil that can be packed properly to prevent erosion. As funny as it sounds, our team really does use high-quality dirt!
Is Land Grading Near Me Expensive?
Grading service doesn’t have to be expensive. When you work with the right company, like our team at North Eastern Marine, you’ll receive fair, competitive pricing. To figure out the cost, we’ll look at the size of your property, the amount of grading that needs to be done, and whether or not you want us to complete the landscape design after grading your property.
When you receive a price quote from our team, we honor that quote for 30 days. Sometimes, Mother Nature has other plans. However, we stay in close communication about the project. We won’t disappear for weeks or even days, leaving you with a half-finished project.
Remember, grading your property is much less expensive than the problems water can create such as flooding, foundation issues, dying plants, and property damage your neighbors demand you pay.
Choosing to insurance your property with grading can save your business or home. Contact us to receive a free quote on our services!
