Residential grading involves reshaping the contour of your land to control how water moves across your property. Done correctly, it creates a gentle slope away from your foundation, eliminates low areas where water pools, and directs runoff toward proper drainage channels. This is especially critical in the Triangle's Piedmont region, where heavy clay soils resist water absorption and create rapid surface runoff during storms. Without proper grading, that runoff erodes soil, damages landscaping, and can compromise your home's foundation over time.

At Coob's Landscaping, grading is our core specialty. Corby personally evaluates every property, walking the lot to identify drainage patterns, problem areas, and the best approach to achieve positive drainage. We use skid steers, compact track loaders, and laser levels to achieve precise grades that meet engineering standards. Whether you need your entire yard regraded after new construction, a specific area corrected to stop water intrusion, or final grading before sod installation, we have the equipment and expertise to deliver lasting results.

Common residential grading projects include regrading after home construction or additions, correcting negative grades that send water toward the foundation, leveling uneven terrain for new landscaping or play areas, and building up low areas that collect standing water. We also work closely with homeowners addressing drainage complaints from neighbors or HOA requirements for proper stormwater management.

With more than 640 residential projects completed across the Triangle, Coob's Landscaping brings a level of grading expertise that typical landscaping companies simply don't have. Our clients consistently highlight our attention to detail, clear communication, and the noticeable difference professional grading makes in solving persistent water problems.