How to grade a yard?

An unsightly yard can have a huge impact on the value of a home. How you grade your yard can also have a big impact on how much money you will make when you put your home up for sale. Let’s talk about the importance of the right yard grade.

How to grade a back yard?

Since a large portion of a yard is likely to be flat, a great way to grade it is by laying down a thick layer of sand. You can rent this sand from a local sand pit or do your own clean sand production. Pour the sand into your yard and spread it out with a garden rake to create a flat, even surface.

How to grade a backyard?

Your yard is the final product of your landscaping efforts. It is the space where your family and friends will spend time, and it needs to be a place they’ll love. To make sure your yard is just as you envisioned, you need to grade it.

How to grade a backyard fence post?

If you have a new fence, you may want to consider adding posts that are a little bit deeper than normal. If you have an existing fence, check that the grade of the post is level. If it’s not, you’ll want to get it level.

How to grade a backyard fence?

Whether you have a privacy fence or just a simple fence, you can grade your yard to make sure it slopes away from the house and is even. While your yard may have a gentle slope, if you have a lot of trees or a large body of water nearby, it can sometimes “funnel” water toward the house. By grading your yard correctly, you can make sure your property does not flood and that water drains properly. You can also prevent the growth of grass on the downhill