Level ground. Proper drainage. A solid foundation for whatever comes next. Serving Collierville, Memphis, Germantown, Bartlett, Cordova, Arlington, Lakeland, Olive Branch, Southaven, Horn Lake, Hernando, Millington, and the surrounding greater Memphis area.
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We assess your property's current grade, identify drainage issues or elevation requirements, and provide a clear, detailed estimate for the grading work.
We establish target elevations, mark high and low points, and plan cut-and-fill quantities to achieve the required grade efficiently.
We move earth to establish the correct elevations and slopes, then finish-grade to the specified tolerances for your project — drainage, construction pad, or landscape-ready surface.
We verify grade accuracy and drainage direction, then hand the site off clean and ready for the next phase — foundation, sod, driveway, or landscaping.
Proper grading is one of the most critical — and most overlooked — elements of any construction or landscaping project. Poor grading causes water to pool against foundations, erode yards, flood driveways, and damage structures over time. In the greater Memphis and Shelby County area, where annual rainfall averages over 54 inches and heavy clay soil holds water rather than draining it, getting the grade right from the start is essential. Iron Faith Dirt Works handles grading projects of all scales. For new construction, we provide rough grading to establish the correct building pad elevation and direct water away from the structure. For existing properties, we perform re-grading to correct negative slopes that allow water to flow toward the home. We also provide finish grading for lawns, driveways, patios, and landscaping — creating smooth, even surfaces with the right pitch for natural drainage. Our operators use laser-guided and GPS-equipped equipment on larger projects to achieve the precise grades your plans require. For residential work, we combine machinery with skilled hand-finishing to deliver smooth, accurate results. Whether you need a simple yard re-grade to stop basement flooding or a full construction pad grade for a new build, Iron Faith Dirt Works delivers the precision your project demands.
Proper positive slope directs rainwater away from your home's foundation, slab, and basement — preventing the water intrusion that causes costly structural damage.
A properly graded and compacted pad provides uniform bearing pressure for foundations, slabs, and structures — preventing settling and cracking.
Correct grading controls runoff velocity and direction, protecting your topsoil and landscape from the erosion that Memphis's 54-inch annual rainfall can cause.
We achieve accurate grades using the right equipment for your project — from compact machines for residential yards to larger dozers and motor graders for commercial sites.
Rough grading establishes the general elevation and slope of a site — moving large amounts of earth to approximate the required grade. Finish grading is the final pass that achieves smooth, accurate elevations ready for a slab, lawn, landscape, or driveway installation.
Signs that your property needs re-grading include water pooling near your foundation, standing water in low spots after rain, basement moisture or leaking, erosion in the yard, and water flowing toward the house instead of away from it.
Memphis averages over 54 inches of rain per year, and Shelby County's clay-heavy soil drains poorly. Without proper grading, water collects against foundations, saturates yards, and causes erosion. Correct grading is the first line of defense against water damage in our area.
Yes. Re-grading around an existing structure is one of the most common jobs we do. We carefully rework the soil around the foundation perimeter to ensure positive slope (at least 6 inches of drop in the first 10 feet away from the structure) without disturbing landscaping or hardscaping more than necessary.
Yes. For construction pads and driveways, we compact fill material in lifts to achieve the density required for your project. Proper compaction prevents settling and structural issues down the road.
Serving Collierville, Memphis, Germantown, Bartlett, Cordova, Arlington, Lakeland, Olive Branch, Southaven, Horn Lake, Hernando, Millington, and the surrounding greater Memphis area.
Call or text (870) 636-2639 or fill out our online contact form. We'll schedule a site visit and provide a detailed, no-obligation estimate.
Based in Collierville, we provide professional excavation, land clearing, grading, and drainage services to homeowners and businesses across the greater memphis area.
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