Drainage Solutions in Lansing, MI
Diagnose and fix standing water, basement seepage, and erosion — at the source.
Standing water, soggy spots, washed-out mulch, and water in the basement all trace back to drainage and grading. We diagnose where water is coming from, where it needs to go, and pick the right fix instead of guessing.
Greater Lansing's heavy clay soils make drainage a recurring issue — especially on builder-graded lots where water flows toward the foundation. We regrade, install French drains, dry wells, downspout extensions, and swales depending on what the actual problem is.
What's included
- On-site water-flow assessment
- Re-grading and soil work
- French drains, channel drains, dry wells
- Downspout extensions and pop-up emitters
- Catch basins and surface swales
- Post-install seeding or sod restoration
Signs you need this
- Standing water 24+ hours after rain
- Basement or crawl space seepage
- Soggy or spongy lawn spots
- Mulch and soil washing into walks or driveways
- Water pooling next to the foundation
Frequently asked
How much does drainage work cost in Lansing?+
Smaller fixes like downspout extensions and regrading run $1,500–$5,000. French drain systems and major drainage rebuilds run $5,000–$20,000 depending on scope.
Can you fix water in my basement?+
Usually yes — most basement seepage starts above ground with bad grading and downspouts dumping next to the foundation. We fix the source. If the issue is below the slab, that's a foundation specialist.
Will fixing drainage tear up my yard?+
Some disruption is unavoidable, but we work around plantings where possible and replant or reseed cleanly where we have to dig.
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