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Yard Drainage Solutions in the Twin Cities

Standing water is more than an annoyance

Pooling water kills grass and plants, breeds mosquitoes, and — worst of all — works its way toward your foundation and basement. Minnesota's freeze-thaw makes it worse as water expands in the soil.

How we fix it

French drains & drain tile to intercept and carry water away.
Regrading so the ground slopes away from your home.
Downspout extensions & dry wells to manage roof runoff.
Drainage built into hardscape when we install patios and walls.

Diagnosed, then solved

We find where the water comes from and where it needs to go, then build the right fix. Read our yard drainage guide →

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Recent drainage solutions projects

A few drainage solutions projects we've built for Twin Cities homeowners.

Flagstone walkway crossing a dry creek bed of river rock used for yard drainage

Dry creek bed of river rock and boulders channeling runoff through a wooded backyard garden

River-rock dry creek bed with boulders, hostas, astilbe, and red bee balm beside a natural stone wall for yard drainage

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I fix a soggy yard in Minnesota?

The fix depends on the cause: regrading to slope water away from the house, a French drain to intercept subsurface water, downspout extensions for roof runoff, or a dry well to hold and disperse water. We diagnose the source first, then build the right solution.

How much does a French drain cost?

French drain cost varies with length, depth, and access, but most residential drainage projects in the Twin Cities run from a few hundred dollars for simple downspout work up to several thousand for full French drain systems. We provide a written estimate.

Why does my yard flood after it rains?

Usually because the ground slopes toward the house, the soil is compacted clay that drains slowly, or downspouts dump water in low spots. Freeze-thaw and Minnesota's clay soils make pooling worse. Regrading and drainage tile typically solve it.

Before you start, read these

Straight answers on cost, materials, and what actually holds up in Minnesota.

Patios

How Much Does a Paver Patio Cost in the Twin Cities? (2026)

In the Twin Cities, a professionally installed paver patio typically costs $38 to $62 per square foot. A standard 300-square-foot patio runs roughly $11,000–$18,000. The biggest cost drivers are excavation and base depth, drainage, paver choice, and design complexity.

Retaining Walls

How Much Does a Retaining Wall Cost in Minnesota? (2026)

In Minnesota, retaining walls typically cost $50–$75 per square foot of wall face installed, with most projects running $4,000–$10,000. Walls taller than 4 feet usually require engineering and a permit. Drainage, not the block, is what determines whether a wall lasts.

Drainage

How to Fix a Soggy Yard in Minnesota (Drainage Solutions)

A soggy Minnesota yard is usually fixed by regrading to slope water away from the house, a French drain to intercept subsurface water, downspout extensions for roof runoff, or a dry well. The right fix depends on where the water comes from, so diagnose it first.

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