Drainage and grading
Proper water management protects your outdoor investment for years to come
Professional drainage and grading services
Water damage costs thousands to repair. FCM Masonry designs and installs drainage systems that protect your property for decades. From grading to French drains, we handle every aspect of water management.
What we build for water management
Every property drains differently. We design systems that work with your land, not against it.
French drains
Underground pipes wrapped in fabric collect and redirect groundwater away from structures and problem areas.
Grading work
We reshape terrain to create natural slopes that move water downhill and away from your home and patios.
Catch basins
Strategic collection points capture surface water and channel it to proper drainage systems or storm drains.
Dry wells
Underground reservoirs absorb excess water during heavy rain, preventing flooding and allowing gradual soil absorption.
Our installation process
Five steps to lasting water management
Site evaluation
Site evaluation
We assess your terrain
Our team inspects soil composition, slope, water flow patterns, and problem areas. This determines the right drainage strategy for your property.
Custom plan
Custom plan
We design your system
Based on site conditions, we create a detailed plan showing pipe placement, grading adjustments, and drainage outlets. You approve before work begins.
Excavation prep
Excavation prep
We prepare the ground
Careful excavation creates trenches at proper depths and slopes. We remove obstacles and prepare the base for pipe installation.
Installation
Installation
We build your system
Pipes are laid, wrapped in geotextile, and surrounded with proper aggregate. Grading is adjusted to direct water toward collection points.
Drainage & Grading FAQ's
Find answers about drainage solutions and grading work
Proper grading directs water away from structures and prevents pooling. It protects your foundation, patios, and landscaping from water damage. Good grading is the foundation of any lasting outdoor space.
Grading shapes the land to move water naturally downhill. Drainage systems like French drains and catch basins actively collect and redirect water. Together they create a complete water management solution.
Most drainage and grading projects in New Jersey require permits. We handle all permitting and inspections as part of our service. This ensures your work meets local codes and regulations.
Timeline depends on project scope and site conditions. Simple grading might take days while complex drainage systems take weeks. We provide a detailed schedule during the consultation phase.
Most systems need minimal maintenance once installed. Catch basins should be cleared seasonally and French drains inspected annually. We provide maintenance recommendations specific to your installation.
Ready to solve your water problems?
Reach out to our team for a site assessment
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