Drainage & Erosion Control

The Hidden Dangers of Poor Drainage

Water is one of the biggest threats to your property. Poor drainage causes water to pool near your foundation, which can lead to cracks, leaks, and structural damage. Water that sits in your yard creates muddy areas where grass dies and mosquitoes breed. Over time, standing water erodes soil and washes away your landscape investments. These problems only get worse if ignored, and repairs become more expensive.

Erosion happens when water moves across your property without proper control. Rain washes away topsoil, creates gullies, and damages plant roots. Sloped yards are especially vulnerable because gravity pulls water downhill at increasing speed. This fast-moving water carries soil with it, leaving bare spots and potentially undermining retaining walls or hardscaping features. Our landscaping services in Burleson include comprehensive drainage assessments to identify problems before they cause major damage.

Many homeowners don't realize they have drainage problems until serious damage occurs. Signs include water stains on your foundation, cracks in your basement walls, soggy patches in your yard, or soil washing away after heavy rain. If you notice any of these warning signs, you need a drainage solution right away. Proper drainage systems redirect water away from vulnerable areas and prevent costly repairs down the road.

Stopping Erosion Before It Destroys Your Landscape

Erosion control focuses on holding soil in place while managing water runoff. The best approach combines multiple techniques that work together to stabilize your property. Plants are your first line of defense because roots hold soil and slow water movement. We select plants that thrive in wet or dry areas depending on where they're needed.

For slopes and banks, we often install erosion control fabric or blankets that give plants time to establish. These materials protect soil from washing away while grass or groundcover takes root. In severe cases, we build terraces or retaining walls to break up long slopes into manageable sections. This dramatically reduces erosion by slowing water and creating level planting areas.

Rock and mulch also play important roles in erosion control. River rock or larger stone can line drainage swales to prevent soil loss while adding visual interest. Mulch around plants protects soil from direct rainfall impact and helps retain moisture. In high-traffic areas, we might use erosion-resistant ground covers or permeable hardscaping instead of grass.

The key to successful erosion control is addressing the root cause of water movement on your property. Simply covering eroded areas without fixing drainage won't solve the problem long-term. We evaluate your entire property to understand how water flows and where it needs to go. Our landscape design services incorporate erosion control into attractive, functional outdoor spaces.