A careful look at soil, drainage, sun, utilities and access before any work starts, so surprises are found on paper and not in the yard.
Most landscape problems begin before the first plant goes in. Soft soil, hidden roots, a downspout that dumps onto the future patio, unmarked utilities and a gate too narrow for equipment all cause cracks, dead plants or an unhappy delay. A site evaluation finds these things first. For a Nashville lot with clay, a slope or fill soil, the evaluation is a small cost compared with the price of redoing work.
We walk the site with you and look at drainage, soil firmness and texture, grades, sun and shade through the day, existing trees and roots, utilities and access for crews and equipment. We probe soft spots, note where water collects and test soil where it matters. You receive a written summary of what we found, the risks and the steps we recommend, such as soil testing, regrading, a drain or a different layout. If the project needs an engineer or a soil test, we say so plainly. We also photograph conditions before work starts, which protects both of us if questions come up later.
We probe the ground and watch how water moves so the plan fits the site.
Light and existing trees decide which plants and layouts will work.
We note buried lines, gates and slopes that affect equipment and digging.
You receive a clear summary of what we found and what we recommend.
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Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Site situationNew Construction YardsA new build starts with bare, compacted soil. Here is how to plan grading, drainage, sod and planting…Learn more 
Site situationRed Clay and Poor SoilClay holds water, packs hard and starves roots. Here is how to amend it and choose plants that…Learn more 
Site situationWet Yards and Drainage ProblemsStanding water kills plants and floods foundations. Here is how grading, drains, rain gardens and the right plants…Learn more Check the signs you see in your lawn, beds and drainage and get a likely cause with the next step.
You tell us about your yard and what you want, new landscaping, a lawn fix or a patio, and we set a visit that fits your day.
We walk the property, measure the areas and check sun, shade, soil, drainage and access, noting existing plants and anything worth keeping.
We explain your options for plants, materials and layout, sketch the design and give you a written scope with clear timing and pricing.
We arrange for underground utilities to be located, protect the house and lawn, remove what must go and rebuild the soil and base.
We install plants, sod, stone and lighting with the crew on site from the first delivery to the last load of mulch, keeping the site tidy as we go.
We walk you through watering and care, leave a simple guide, clean up and set a reminder for your first-season check.
It catches soil, drainage and access problems that cause failures and delays.
We check firmness and drainage and can arrange lab soil tests for nutrients and pH.
Often an hour, longer for large properties.
It is part of our free estimate visit for most residential projects.
We explain options, costs and the effect on the schedule before any work starts.
Soil Testing and AmendmentsSoil samples tested for pH and nutrients, then corrected with lime, compost and the right fertilizer for healthier…Explore 
French Drains and DrainageFrench drains, catch basins and downspout lines that carry standing water away from the house and dry out…Explore 
Permits and HOA GuidanceHelp with the paperwork around landscaping: permits, setbacks, drainage rules and association approvals, explained plainly.Explore 
Free EstimatesA free on-site visit with measurements, honest options and a written scope for any landscaping project, with no…Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
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