Year-Round Landscape Maintenance Tips from a Professional Landscaper in Canton, MA

When it comes to building a healthy, vibrant outdoor space, most people focus on surface-level aesthetics—like choosing the right plants or designing an eye-catching patio. But without proper landscape grading, even the most beautifully landscaped yard can become a headache over time.

Grading is the process of shaping and contouring the land to direct water flow away from structures and toward appropriate drainage areas. Done correctly, grading promotes efficient water runoff, reduces soil erosion, and prevents water from pooling around your foundation.

Why is landscape grading so important?

• Prevents water damage to your home’s foundation by directing runoff away from the structure.

• Eliminates standing water that can damage turf, attract mosquitoes, and kill plants.

• Promotes healthier root systems for grass, trees, and garden beds by keeping soil aerated and well-drained.

• Protects hardscape investments, such as patios, walkways, and driveways, from water-related shifting and settling.

At Provost Companies, we take a comprehensive approach to grading. Whether we’re working on a new build or correcting existing issues, our team carefully evaluates the topography of your property to determine the best strategy for slope, drainage direction, and long-term performance.

Our grading and drainage solutions are designed to seamlessly integrate with your landscape design while preserving the structural integrity of your home and outdoor features. In short, smart grading is the groundwork for everything that follows.

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