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We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Looking for an Arborist? ISA Certified Arborist® MA-6372A
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Victoria E on March 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Looking for an Arborist? ISA Certified Arborist® MA-6372A
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Victoria E on March 2025
J&K Grounds Maintenance is a local Veteran owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 5 years of hands on experience, enabling us to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Needed to replace culvert and cover with asphalt. First - Jason came on-stie to look at the job. He explained the work needed and the process. J&K does not do asphalt but did arrange to have asphalt laid. Was extremely nice to deal only with Jason and not have to worry about finding someone to do the asphalt work separately. All included in one quote. Second â Received quote for the work promptly. Third â J&K Installed the culvert and new asphalt, completed in a reasonable time. Weather delays. Fourth â Found out there was a second problem which caused the old culvert to fail. Needed the drainage ditch cleaned out because over the years it had filled in with dirt. The water was not running as it should. Jason investigated what it would take to correct the issue and made a recommendation. Give us a quote for the work and start immediately. We are VERY satisfied with all the work they have done. Special note -J&K work crew cleaned up after themselves each day. One more thing I need to say about this job site. Exceedingly difficult because of the drainage issue, but Jason and his team stayed the course, took their time and the water is running off. Their work is very professional. Looks WONDERFULL. Would highly recommend J&K Gound Maintenance."
Michael B on September 2024
J&K Grounds Maintenance is a local Veteran owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 5 years of hands on experience, enabling us to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Needed to replace culvert and cover with asphalt. First - Jason came on-stie to look at the job. He explained the work needed and the process. J&K does not do asphalt but did arrange to have asphalt laid. Was extremely nice to deal only with Jason and not have to worry about finding someone to do the asphalt work separately. All included in one quote. Second â Received quote for the work promptly. Third â J&K Installed the culvert and new asphalt, completed in a reasonable time. Weather delays. Fourth â Found out there was a second problem which caused the old culvert to fail. Needed the drainage ditch cleaned out because over the years it had filled in with dirt. The water was not running as it should. Jason investigated what it would take to correct the issue and made a recommendation. Give us a quote for the work and start immediately. We are VERY satisfied with all the work they have done. Special note -J&K work crew cleaned up after themselves each day. One more thing I need to say about this job site. Exceedingly difficult because of the drainage issue, but Jason and his team stayed the course, took their time and the water is running off. Their work is very professional. Looks WONDERFULL. Would highly recommend J&K Gound Maintenance."
Michael B on September 2024
Locally owned and operated, NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair has solved underlying water problems for thousands of homeowners since 1986. We and are proud to turn wet, stinky spaces into dry, healthy basements. From basement waterproofing to foundation and crack repair, we can ensure that your home stays safe and dry. To find out more about our wet basement solutions and foundation repair services, contact the waterproofing experts at NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair today. We offer free, no-obligation cost estimates in Washington D.C., Northern VA and Southern MD.
"Sales were informative, but the service team performed all that I asked and more. I would recommend NV Waterproofing to others. Cost was reasonable for the situation."
Aqeel K on May 2025
Locally owned and operated, NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair has solved underlying water problems for thousands of homeowners since 1986. We and are proud to turn wet, stinky spaces into dry, healthy basements. From basement waterproofing to foundation and crack repair, we can ensure that your home stays safe and dry. To find out more about our wet basement solutions and foundation repair services, contact the waterproofing experts at NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair today. We offer free, no-obligation cost estimates in Washington D.C., Northern VA and Southern MD.
"Sales were informative, but the service team performed all that I asked and more. I would recommend NV Waterproofing to others. Cost was reasonable for the situation."
Aqeel K on May 2025
Exterior Waterproofing Experts is a Class A General Contractor in the state of Virginia since 1997. Our service protects your home against wet basements, water leaks, flooding, water seepage, foundation leaking, and wall seepage. We have been doing subcontract grading and drainage work for many years. We have completed many waterproofing contracts for residents of Fairfax County, including: Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, McLean, Great Falls, Potomac, and Vienna, Virginia (VA). We are now offering to work directly for clients, passing the savings on to the homeowners. It is our belief that water problems are best solved from the outside before water gets into your home.
"My basement had mold and evidence of water damage in July/August, and I was referred to Exterior Waterproofing Experts. The majority of the mold was on the side of my house, but the salesperson made a strong pitch about the need to waterproof the front of my home by digging up the garden down to the foundation. My wife was largely convinced, so we went ahead with the $8000 project. Six months later, the insulation behind the waterproofed front of the house is sopping wet. When the salesperson came back to my home to take a look, his explanation was that the water probably came up through the floor. His words were along the lines of "99% of the time the water comes up through the front." At this point, I feel like I have an expensive solution to a problem I didn't really have."
Ben W on March 2021
Exterior Waterproofing Experts is a Class A General Contractor in the state of Virginia since 1997. Our service protects your home against wet basements, water leaks, flooding, water seepage, foundation leaking, and wall seepage. We have been doing subcontract grading and drainage work for many years. We have completed many waterproofing contracts for residents of Fairfax County, including: Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, McLean, Great Falls, Potomac, and Vienna, Virginia (VA). We are now offering to work directly for clients, passing the savings on to the homeowners. It is our belief that water problems are best solved from the outside before water gets into your home.
"My basement had mold and evidence of water damage in July/August, and I was referred to Exterior Waterproofing Experts. The majority of the mold was on the side of my house, but the salesperson made a strong pitch about the need to waterproof the front of my home by digging up the garden down to the foundation. My wife was largely convinced, so we went ahead with the $8000 project. Six months later, the insulation behind the waterproofed front of the house is sopping wet. When the salesperson came back to my home to take a look, his explanation was that the water probably came up through the floor. His words were along the lines of "99% of the time the water comes up through the front." At this point, I feel like I have an expensive solution to a problem I didn't really have."
Ben W on March 2021
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Divine Landscaping Inc is a full service landscape company. Our professional design team can help you from start to finish with ALL your landscape needs. From custom stone work, retaining walls, patios and walkways to carpentry, landscape lighting, water features, landscape design and installation. We give free estimates on all our work.
"Jaime and his crew did an outstanding job. True professionals and hard workers and I have found my long term lawn and landscaping company for good. Highly recommended and 5 stars all the way"
CJ H on September 2021
Divine Landscaping Inc is a full service landscape company. Our professional design team can help you from start to finish with ALL your landscape needs. From custom stone work, retaining walls, patios and walkways to carpentry, landscape lighting, water features, landscape design and installation. We give free estimates on all our work.
"Jaime and his crew did an outstanding job. True professionals and hard workers and I have found my long term lawn and landscaping company for good. Highly recommended and 5 stars all the way"
CJ H on September 2021
Brian David Mahan, Master Gardener, and his expert crew have been helping homeowners in Silver Spring and Takoma Park, Maryland since 1993. We can reshape and beautify neglected yards, or any yards. Our creative expertise can provide you with a basic plan compatible with your needs and budget
"Excellent workers that cleared a thick growth of bamboo from yard."
Amaris J on February 2023
Brian David Mahan, Master Gardener, and his expert crew have been helping homeowners in Silver Spring and Takoma Park, Maryland since 1993. We can reshape and beautify neglected yards, or any yards. Our creative expertise can provide you with a basic plan compatible with your needs and budget
"Excellent workers that cleared a thick growth of bamboo from yard."
Amaris J on February 2023
LUX Foundation Solutions is a fully licensed and insured foundation repair, waterproofing, crawlspace repair and masonry service contractor. Providing services to a large part of central and Northern Virginia. With Combine Experience of over 25 years!
"Very, very disappointing experience; Lux replaced the foundation of my 1850 log cabin. The design was bad, the communication was bad, the execution was bad. Throughout the entire process, they were making mistakes. I now need to pay another company to fix the mess they left behind. I would strongly suggest not using this company!"
Don H on August 2024
LUX Foundation Solutions is a fully licensed and insured foundation repair, waterproofing, crawlspace repair and masonry service contractor. Providing services to a large part of central and Northern Virginia. With Combine Experience of over 25 years!
"Very, very disappointing experience; Lux replaced the foundation of my 1850 log cabin. The design was bad, the communication was bad, the execution was bad. Throughout the entire process, they were making mistakes. I now need to pay another company to fix the mess they left behind. I would strongly suggest not using this company!"
Don H on August 2024
FM&H Brothers Landscapes, LLC is one of the top landscaping companies in Sterling, VA. We offer a variety of services including paver patios, retaining walls, walkways, mulching, grading, sod installation and more. Landscaping is a dirty business - not everyone can do it well - and that's exactly why we love it. We have been getting our hands grubby since we can remember, starting at our parent’s farm helping with their crops. We are a family owned and operated business located in Sterling, VA. The owner of the company has been in the industry since a young man. Four years ago, two more brothers joined the business. Working together as a family (literally) allows for our clients to receive triple the attention. If two is better than one, then three is even greater! Our passion for landscaping, attention to detail and hard work has taken our company to the next level. Our individual skills allow for the company to offer a range of services. Our goal is to provide you with the best quality of work at competitive prices. The care we put into all of our work, is the same love and effort that we put into the crops when we worked on our parent’s farm.
"Faustino’s team fixed our whole yard in one day! We were very happy with the work performed and the attention to detail."
Brett W on November 2024
FM&H Brothers Landscapes, LLC is one of the top landscaping companies in Sterling, VA. We offer a variety of services including paver patios, retaining walls, walkways, mulching, grading, sod installation and more. Landscaping is a dirty business - not everyone can do it well - and that's exactly why we love it. We have been getting our hands grubby since we can remember, starting at our parent’s farm helping with their crops. We are a family owned and operated business located in Sterling, VA. The owner of the company has been in the industry since a young man. Four years ago, two more brothers joined the business. Working together as a family (literally) allows for our clients to receive triple the attention. If two is better than one, then three is even greater! Our passion for landscaping, attention to detail and hard work has taken our company to the next level. Our individual skills allow for the company to offer a range of services. Our goal is to provide you with the best quality of work at competitive prices. The care we put into all of our work, is the same love and effort that we put into the crops when we worked on our parent’s farm.
"Faustino’s team fixed our whole yard in one day! We were very happy with the work performed and the attention to detail."
Brett W on November 2024
BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LIVING. East Coast creates inspiring landscapes, hardscapes, water features and drainage solutions that bring beauty, new outdoor experiences and exceptional value to your life and home. SPECIALIZING IN: Patios, walkways, driveways, landscaping, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, outdoor lighting, drainage and erosion control (including eco-friendly permeable pavers, dry riverbeds and rain gardens through RainScapes and RiverSmart rebate programs). TRUSTED: Employees drug tested and background checked. License #42490. Insurance #Q89-0102236-M. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: mark@eclandscapedesign.com
"that Roberto and the crew did a great job on the retaining wall and driveway. The workmanship was excellent, and Roberto accommodated my every request for alterations in the design without question. In addition, his suggestions contributed to creating the finished product that I had envisioned."
Robert R on February 2025
BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LIVING. East Coast creates inspiring landscapes, hardscapes, water features and drainage solutions that bring beauty, new outdoor experiences and exceptional value to your life and home. SPECIALIZING IN: Patios, walkways, driveways, landscaping, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, outdoor lighting, drainage and erosion control (including eco-friendly permeable pavers, dry riverbeds and rain gardens through RainScapes and RiverSmart rebate programs). TRUSTED: Employees drug tested and background checked. License #42490. Insurance #Q89-0102236-M. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: mark@eclandscapedesign.com
"that Roberto and the crew did a great job on the retaining wall and driveway. The workmanship was excellent, and Roberto accommodated my every request for alterations in the design without question. In addition, his suggestions contributed to creating the finished product that I had envisioned."
Robert R on February 2025
An established family firm, MA Cleaning & Landscaping Design remains focused on providing the highest quality landscape services to commercial and residential clients in the DMV region. Founded in 1998, MA is a U.S. Small Business Administration 8(a) certified privately held family organization. Our mission is to design the yard of your dreams by providing landscape services that enhance the beauty of your garden and the value of your property. Through our unique blend of talents and expertise, our staff can create the ideal outdoor environment to compliment any structure or living space. Whether that is providing beautiful green surroundings to enhance the workplace, improving the functionality of an outdoor area or creating a unique space of tranquility in your home, MA is here to serve.
"They were responsive and able to get to my job quickly. It turned out to be a lot more work than expected and they were able to stick to it almost all day and get it done. Very communicative throughout the day. And based on the amount of work required, the cost was reasonable. I would use them again without hesitation. I was very pleased with the outcome."
Mike M on May 2025
An established family firm, MA Cleaning & Landscaping Design remains focused on providing the highest quality landscape services to commercial and residential clients in the DMV region. Founded in 1998, MA is a U.S. Small Business Administration 8(a) certified privately held family organization. Our mission is to design the yard of your dreams by providing landscape services that enhance the beauty of your garden and the value of your property. Through our unique blend of talents and expertise, our staff can create the ideal outdoor environment to compliment any structure or living space. Whether that is providing beautiful green surroundings to enhance the workplace, improving the functionality of an outdoor area or creating a unique space of tranquility in your home, MA is here to serve.
"They were responsive and able to get to my job quickly. It turned out to be a lot more work than expected and they were able to stick to it almost all day and get it done. Very communicative throughout the day. And based on the amount of work required, the cost was reasonable. I would use them again without hesitation. I was very pleased with the outcome."
Mike M on May 2025
FAQs for yard drainage projects in Sterling, VA
Absolutely. You can combine drainage installation with many other kinds of projects, such as building a new home, constructing a major addition, or installing an irrigation system. Since excavation is already underway, combining tasks can save you time and money by minimizing labor and material expenses and ensuring seamless integration of multiple systems.
Make sure your contractor is licensed and insured by checking their credentials. Ask for a detailed written estimate outlining every aspect of your drainage system, including how they plan to address specific problem areas in your yard. You can also ask if they have a warranty for their work. Additionally, review feedback from their previous customers to confirm the quality of their work.
It depends on your specific water management needs. A French drain is a passive system that redirects water away from your home without mechanical assistance. A sump pump actively removes water when it reaches a certain level. Often, using both systems together provides the best defense against water intrusion, but a pro can give you specific advice for your home and yard.
Your contractor starts by mapping and digging a trench with at least a 1% slope so water can run off freely. Next, they’ll line the trench with filter fabric, add gravel, and lay the drainpipe to keep water moving. Contractors use specialized equipment to complete each step and ensure compliance with local regulations. This systematic approach creates a robust solution that effectively directs water away from your home.
A proper slope is essential for an effective drainage system installation. Drainage trenches must be engineered with a minimum 1% slope to ensure water flows immediately away from your home without hindrance. Adequate grading increases the system’s capacity to handle heavy water volumes and eliminates pooling. Always verify local guidelines and contact utility services before excavation to ensure safety and compliance.
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