Drainage Grading & Swales in Collin County, TX
Grading is reshaping the surface of your yard so water flows where you want it to. A swale is a shallow, wide, gently sloped channel that carries surface water across the yard without a pipe. Together, they're often the cheapest, most invisible drainage fix.
Signs you may need drainage grading & swales
- Yard slopes toward the house instead of away
- Water crosses the yard the wrong way and pools
- Neighbor's runoff coming into your yard
- Sheet flow across a patio or driveway
Common solution options
Add and shape topsoil so the whole yard slopes away from the house at the right pitch.
Cut a shallow channel, seeded with grass, that moves surface water to a drain or the street.
For yards where you need to redirect runoff around an obstacle like a shed or patio.
Why Collin County soil and rain matter
Grading works well in Collin County when combined with something to catch the water at the end — a street, drain, or dry well. A swale that dead-ends in a low spot is just a bigger puddle.
Cities we cover
We route drainage grading & swales projects to local pros throughout Collin County:
Frequently Asked Questions
Do swales look bad?+
A properly graded swale is barely visible — it looks like a normal, gently dipped part of the yard, covered in grass.
How much slope do I need?+
A typical rule is 1" of drop per 10 feet of run, more where possible.
Can grading alone fix my drainage?+
Sometimes. If the yard has a real place to drain to, grading is often all you need. If it doesn't, you'll need to add a drain too.
Ready to fix your drainage grading & swales problem?
Tell us what's going on. We'll connect you with a local drainage pro for an estimate.