In ideal circumstances, your lawn should slope away from your home in all directions. Over time, however, rain and soil erosion can alter the slope of your lawn in one or more areas. Without regular lawn grading to fix it, you could develop the problems discussed below. 

How Does Poor Lawn Grading Affect Your Home?

1. Causes Foundation & Basement Damage

When lawn slopes direct rain to your home, water can pool alongside the foundation and create cracks in the concrete or mortar that can lead to settling. Additionally, when the soil around and underneath the foundation becomes heavily saturated, hydrostatic pressure will then pull water through any gaps to the inside of the building. This can result in flooding and mold growth in the basement or crawl space area, eventually leading to cracks in the interior floors and walls.

2. Creates Low Spots in the Lawn

When trees and bushes are removed from the ground, or new plumbing is installed, the soil in the area can settle over time. If this happens, low spots can develop in the lawn where water can pool. While it might not seem like a big deal at first, pooling water can eventually lead to disease and root rot, which will cause the grass in the area to brown and die. 

3. Results in Excessive Runoff

Poor lawn grading is not always directed at your home. Many times, homeowners have issues with slopes that are too steep and either push the soil forward or allow rainwater to erode the surface continuously. In these cases, grading can be used to decrease the incline, but usually, a retaining wall or ground cover is also necessary to keep the soil in place. 

If you have lawn drainage problems, turn to Keeven Brothers Sod Company for effective lawn grading. This family-owned sod farm grows quality fescue, Kentucky bluegrass, and zoysia sod and performs grading, seeding, and sodding services for home and business owners in St. Peters, MO. Call them today at (636) 240-4900 to place an order, and visit their website to learn more about their services.