Level Ground That Stays Put

Plan Grading Services in Chattanooga

You're looking at a Chattanooga lot where water sheets across the driveway after every storm, pools against the foundation, and turns your yard into a mud pit. Grading reshapes the surface to direct runoff away from structures, smooth out ruts, and create stable slopes that support pavement, grass, or gravel without washing out. Evolution Land Services provides leveling, slope correction, driveway grading, and site smoothing for residential and commercial properties throughout Chattanooga, where the scrape of a blade across clay and the sight of fresh grades drying in the sun mean your drainage problems are finally solved.

This service provides leveling, slope correction, driveway grading, and site smoothing for residential and commercial properties. Essential for Chattanooga's rolling hills and drainage-sensitive neighborhoods, it emphasizes proper slope design, soil movement, and stable finishes that support construction or landscaping. Backed by over ten years of equipment experience and reliable workmanship, the service includes free estimates and family-owned customer service, with coverage extending to surrounding nearby areas.

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What's Included in This Service?

You'll receive a free assessment where the crew surveys existing grades, identifies drainage issues, and recommends slope adjustments. In Chattanooga, properties often require cross-slopes, swales, or berms to manage runoff on rolling terrain. The estimate includes cut-and-fill volumes, compaction needs, and finish options.

During grading, you'll see operators use box blades, scrapers, or bulldozers to move soil in precise lifts, checking elevations with grade stakes and laser levels. Evolution Land Services compacts each layer to prevent settling and erosion. Proper slope design ensures water flows away from foundations and driveways without creating gullies.

After rough grading, the team fine-tunes the surface with rakes or rollers, smoothing ridges and filling depressions. Final grades match your site plan and support seeding, paving, or construction. You'll get a stable, well-drained surface that holds up through Chattanooga's wet seasons.

How Our Process Works

Homeowners and builders in Chattanooga frequently ask about minimum slope requirements, how grading affects existing plants, and whether imported fill is necessary.

What slope is needed for proper drainage?
Most sites require a minimum two percent slope away from structures, which translates to about two inches of drop per ten feet. Steeper slopes may need terracing or retaining walls.
Do you import fill or use existing soil?
Whenever possible, crews balance cut and fill using native soil. If more fill is needed, imported material is trucked in and compacted to match surrounding grades.
How does grading affect trees and landscaping?
Raising or lowering grades near tree trunks can damage roots or change drainage patterns. Operators work around preserve areas and use temporary fencing to protect sensitive zones.
Can you grade around underground utilities?
Yes, locates are called before grading begins, and operators adjust blade depth near marked lines. Hand tools are used for fine adjustments directly over utilities.
How long does grading take?
Most residential lots grade in one to three days depending on size and complexity. Projects with extensive cut-and-fill or poor soil conditions may take longer.

Grading creates the foundation for every outdoor improvement, from driveways to gardens, by controlling water and creating stable surfaces that don't shift or erode. With over a decade of hands-on equipment work and a family-owned commitment to quality, the team handles grading projects across Chattanooga and surrounding communities with the precision your property deserves. Book your grading consultation today and solve your drainage issues for good.