Solving Standing Water Problems in Colorado Yards

If It’s Still There After 24 Hours, You’ve Got a Problem

Standing water isn’t just annoying — it’s a sign that your yard isn’t draining correctly. Whether it's near your foundation, pooling in a low spot, or causing lawn fungus and dead patches, these problems don’t fix themselves. Here’s how we identify, solve, and prevent standing water issues across Colorado’s diverse soils and slopes.

1. Why Standing Water Happens in Colorado

• Clay-heavy soil: Common across Boulder County and the Front Range, this soil type drains poorly and retains water.
  
  

• Improper grading: Yards sloping toward the house or compacted soil trap water near foundations.
  
  

• Downspout discharge: Gutters that release water into problem areas worsen pooling.
  
  

• Poor base prep during construction: Builder-grade yards often lack proper drainage planning from the start.
  
  

Identifying the root cause is the first step to fixing standing water issues.

2. Our 3-Step Diagnosis Process

1. Visual inspection: We assess the site during or immediately after rainfall.
   
   

2. Slope check: Using laser levels or string lines, we verify the pitch directs water away from structures.
   
   

3. Soil test: We evaluate soil texture, compaction, and water absorption capacity.
   
   

Once we understand the “why,” we craft the right “how.”

3. Common Drainage Solutions We Install

French Drains

• Trenches with perforated pipe surrounded by gravel
  
  

• Redirects water from soggy spots to dry wells or street drains
  
  

• Ideal for swales, crawlspaces, and property boundaries
  
  

Downspout Extensions & Catch Basins

• Reroute gutter water to safe drainage zones
  
  

• Prevent foundation damage and erosion
  
  

Surface Grading

• Reslopes yards for proper runoff
  
  

• Often combined with sod, rock beds, or mulch for a natural finish
  
  

Dry Creek Beds

• Decorative gravel channels that move water visually and functionally
  
  

• Perfect for tight or xeriscaped yards
  
  

Sump Pump Discharge Management

• Hard lines to safely direct sump pump water away
  
  

• Prevents freezing, backflow, and pooling
  
  

4. What Doesn’t Work — And Why

• Digging a hole and filling it with gravel: Creates soggy pits that don’t drain properly.
  
  

• Adding soil without compaction: Causes uneven settling and more drainage issues.
  
  

• DIY French drains without slope or outlet: Lead to clogging and early failure.
  
  

Effective drainage requires expertise — a poor install can cause worse problems.

5. Prevention for New Landscapes

We prioritize grading and drainage prep before installing sod, patios, or planting beds — avoiding costly corrections later. Proper planning is the key to lasting, dry yards.

Related Services:

[French Drains & Drainage Solutions]

[Grading & Soil Preparation]

[Full Yard Renovations]

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