Grading & Mounding

Grading and mounding are essential landscaping techniques that involve reshaping and contouring a property's existing terrain. Grading involves leveling, sloping, or smoothing the ground surface, while mounding involves creating raised areas or hills.

These processes are often required when constructing a site, controlling drainage, enhancing aesthetics, or creating specific landscape features. Grading ensures proper water flow and prevents pooling, while mounding can add visual interest, create planting beds, or provide elevation for improved views or privacy.

Tom Ediss Landscape, Inc. handles end-to-end landscaping projects, and we offer efficient grading and mounding services to Carson City, NV clients. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, our team of skilled professionals has the expertise to tackle even the most complex grading and mounding projects, ensuring seamless integration with your overall landscape design.

How We Handle Grading and Mounding Jobs

• Our process begins with a comprehensive property evaluation, considering existing topography, drainage patterns, soil composition, and future landscaping plans.
  
  
• Our landscape architects create detailed grading and mounding plans based on the site evaluation. These plans consider functional requirements, such as proper drainage and erosion control, and aesthetic considerations like creating visual interest and enhancing curb appeal.
  
  
• Before any grading or mounding work begins, our team prepares the site by clearing any existing vegetation, structures, or debris. We also implement necessary erosion control measures to prevent soil loss and protect the surrounding environment.
  
  
• Our skilled operators use state-of-the-art equipment and techniques and carefully reshape the terrain according to the approved plans. Precision grading ensures proper slopes and drainage while mounding creates raised planting areas, berms, or other desired landscape features.
  
  
• We may incorporate soil amendments to improve drainage, fertility, or structural integrity, depending on the project requirements. We also implement stabilization methods, such as hydroseeding or erosion control blankets, to prevent soil erosion and encourage rapid vegetation establishment.
  
  
• Once the grading and mounding are complete, our team applies the final touches, such as installing drainage systems, retaining walls, or other landscape elements, ensuring a cohesive and visually appealing result.

Signs That Your Property Needs Grading and Mounding

Some common indicators that your property needs leveling and mounding include the following:

• Drainage issues - If you notice water pooling in certain areas of your yard after rain or irrigation, it's a clear sign that grading is needed to improve drainage and prevent water damage.
• Soil erosion - Visible signs of soil erosion, such as ruts, gullies, or bare patches, can indicate that grading and proper slope stabilization are required to prevent further erosion and protect your landscaping.
• Uneven terrain - A property with significant dips, hills, or uneven surfaces can benefit from grading to create a more level and functional outdoor space for activities or construction.
• Poor curb appeal - An unsightly, neglected appearance due to an uneven or sloping yard can be addressed through grading and mounding, enhancing the overall curb appeal of your property.
• Landscape design plans - If you're planning a major landscaping project, like installing a patio, pool, or garden beds, grading, and mounding may be necessary to create the desired terrain and elevations.
• New construction - Proper grading is essential for new homes or construction to ensure proper drainage, prevent water intrusion, and create a suitable foundation for structures and landscaping.

If your residential property can benefit from our grading and mounding solutions, Tom Ediss Landscape, Inc. at 775-267-3066. You can also email us through this Online Form.