Level Ground That Drains Correctly

Site grading and erosion control services in West Monroe

Grading controls where water goes after it hits your property. In West Monroe, poor grading causes water to pool near foundations, wash out driveways, or create muddy low spots that never dry. Miller Contracting provides site grading, slope correction, erosion control, and drainage solutions that redirect water away from structures and prevent soil loss during heavy rain.

Our grading services include reshaping terrain to create positive drainage, installing swales or berms to manage runoff, and stabilizing slopes that erode during storms. We work on residential lots before construction begins, existing properties with drainage problems, and commercial sites that require precise grades for parking or building pads. The process involves moving soil, compacting fill, and adjusting elevations so water flows in the direction you need.

If water pools on your property in West Monroe or you need grading before breaking ground, learn more about how site preparation affects long-term stability.

How Our Process Works

We begin by assessing the existing grade and identifying where water currently flows or collects. In West Monroe, that often means checking for low areas near building sites, driveways that slope toward structures, or exposed soil on hillsides. You tell us what you are planning to build or fix, and we calculate the grades needed to keep water moving away from those areas.

Once grading is complete, your property will have defined slopes that direct runoff toward drainage points or away from foundations. Miller Contracting uses equipment such as bulldozers and graders to shape the land, followed by compaction to prevent settling. The result is a stable surface that handles rain without creating standing water or erosion channels.

Erosion control measures may include installing silt fencing, applying seed and straw to exposed soil, or creating retention areas that slow runoff. We also address situations where slopes are too steep for safe use or where soil has already begun washing away. This service does not include underground drainage systems or pipe installation unless coordinated as part of a larger project.

Details That Matter Most

Property owners in West Monroe often ask about grading before starting construction or after noticing drainage issues that worsen over time.

What does proper grading look like?
Grading should slope away from buildings at a rate of at least one inch per foot for the first ten feet. Water should flow toward designated drainage areas without pooling or creating channels through the yard.
How do you prevent erosion on slopes?
We stabilize slopes by adjusting the grade to reduce steepness, compacting soil to resist washout, and applying erosion control materials such as silt fencing or hydroseed. These measures hold soil in place during storms.
When should grading happen during a project?
Grading should occur after clearing and before any construction begins. This ensures the building pad, driveway, and drainage paths are established correctly from the start.
Why does water pool near my foundation?
Water pools when the ground around your foundation slopes toward the structure instead of away from it. Regrading the area redirects water and prevents moisture problems in crawl spaces or basements.
What equipment do you use for grading?
We use bulldozers to move large amounts of soil, motor graders to fine-tune slopes, and compactors to stabilize fill material. Equipment choice depends on the size of the site and the precision required.

Grading affects everything from foundation stability to how your yard performs during storms, and corrections made after construction are more costly than grading done correctly the first time. Contact us to discuss your site grading and erosion control needs in West Monroe and schedule a property evaluation.