Don't just hire a landscaper, hire a geologist.

     At Muddy Yard Solutions, we take a scientific approach in addressing standing water in your yard.  As a geologist, I have a deep understanding of hydrology and hydrogeology (the flow of water over and through land).  I use this knowledge to provide you with the best option(s) to remedy your standing water issues.  Central and Eastern Virginia can range significantly Richmond can be complex with ranging types of geology which can significantly affect how water has the potential to drain off and/or through your property. Depending upon the property, evaluations may sometimes include core samples which can be taken to better understand potential for installing Gravity Drains and other solutions that utilize underlying lithologies to help surficial water percolate into substrata below your yard rather than entirely relying on "sheetflow" (surface water flow) off of your property.  Professional evaluations can also help diagnose whether standing water issues may be related to hardscape installs and/or poor gutters, grading and/or topography issues.    Evaluations are often given to your gutter system, crawl space, hardscapes, and current vegetation.

   With a home and topography examination, we will find the best remedial solution for your yard drainage issues. Solutions can include but may not be limited to one or many of the following:
      - Regrading
      - Installation of underlying gravel beds 
      - Vegetating 
      - Installation of french drain
      - Gravity Drains 
      - Open drainage ditches or retention ponds
      - Installation of rock gardens 
      - Premium gutter extensions/tied into appropriate discharge points