Warranty Service
Warranty Service Program
Landscaping, Grading and Drainage
The contours and features of your lot are designed to protect against flooding and erosion. The use of small hills and valleys, called berms and swales, direct the water away from your home and adjacent properties. These contours must be maintained to avoid severe water damage during heavy rains. Berms which are designed to direct the flow of water away from slopes are especially important and must not be altered. It is your responsibility to maintain the original grading and drainage of your lot.
We suggest you consult a professional when the time comes to landscape your lot. Any damage to your property or neighboring properties as a result of your landscape improvements as well as changes to the grading and drainage will be your responsibility.
Changes to the grading of your lot can result in water damage to your property and to nearby property. Give careful consideration to the effect on water drainage from walkways, patios, spas, pools, fences, walls, planters, play structures and room additions. If you make changes to the original grading or drainage, it is your responsibility to provide an alternative drainage system. If you have a homeowner's association, you may be required to submit landscape plans for approval prior to installation.
The ground next to your home should slope away to prevent standing water. If allowed to stand or pool, water can damage the foundation, ruin plantings or seep into your home.
If you add or move soil next to your foundation, be sure the level of the soil remains six inches or more below the level of the finished slab. This will help prevent wood rot and termite infestation.
Keep planter beds a minimum of two to three feet away from the foundation. This will prevent excessive water from collecting at the base of the foundation.
Use drought resistant or drought tolerant plants to conserve water.
Provide ample room for tree roots to grow. Roots from trees and large growing shrubs can crack and uplift foundations, walks, patios and driveways.
