Drainage correction services in Elkhart designed to redirect water and protect your property.

Stop Water Where It Pools

If water collects near your foundation after storms in Elkhart, you may already see cracks forming in your basement walls or notice soft spots developing across your lawn. These problems start small but grow as runoff continues to follow the same path, washing away soil and undermining driveways or walkways. Dave's Elite Excavating & Grading corrects drainage issues by reshaping slopes and installing systems that move water away from structures before it causes lasting damage.

The work begins with laser and GPS technology to measure elevations and identify where water flows incorrectly. You may need grading to adjust the slope around your home, or an infiltrator drainage system buried beneath the surface to collect and disperse runoff. Both approaches stop standing water and direct it to safe areas where it can absorb into the ground or exit through designated channels. The goal is to keep your property dry during heavy rain and prevent soil erosion that destabilizes concrete or landscaping.

If you need a plan to manage water on your Elkhart property, reach out to discuss what the site requires and how the system would be installed.

How the grading and installation work is performed

The crew uses GPS-guided equipment to cut precise grades that send water downhill and away from your foundation in Elkhart. You will see heavy machinery moving soil to create swales or channels, and in some cases, trenches are dug to place infiltrator systems that capture runoff underground. The depth and placement depend on how much water your property handles and where it needs to go once it leaves the problem area.

Once the grading is finished and the drainage system is installed, rainwater no longer collects near your home or floods low spots in your yard. You will notice that puddles disappear faster, and soil stays in place instead of washing into the street. The surface dries more evenly after storms, and you can walk across your lawn without stepping into saturated ground.

The system is built to handle typical weather patterns in northern Indiana, but extreme rainfall or frozen ground can temporarily affect how quickly water moves through the site. The work does not include regrading areas outside the drainage path or repairing damage that occurred before the installation. If your property has multiple low points or complex runoff patterns, the crew will map those zones and explain how each section will be addressed before starting the job.

You probably have a few practical questions

Homeowners in Elkhart often ask how drainage work fits into their timeline and what they should prepare for before the crew arrives on site.

What causes poor drainage around a home?
Poor drainage happens when soil settles unevenly, downspouts empty too close to the foundation, or the yard slopes toward the house instead of away from it. Over time, this forces water to pool in places where it cannot drain naturally.
How long does a drainage system installation take?
Most residential installations are completed in one to three days, depending on the size of the area and whether infiltrator lines need to be buried. You will know the timeline after the site is evaluated and the scope is confirmed.
What is an infiltrator drainage system?
An infiltrator system uses perforated chambers buried underground to collect runoff and release it slowly into the surrounding soil. This prevents surface flooding and keeps water from reaching your foundation or pooling in low spots.
When should I consider regrading my property?
You should consider regrading if water stands for more than a few hours after rain, if you see erosion near your foundation, or if your basement stays damp during wet weather. These signs mean the slope is not directing water correctly.
Will the work affect my landscaping?
The crew will need to move soil and may dig trenches in the affected areas, which can disturb grass or plantings along the drainage path. You can reseed or replant once the grading is complete and the ground has settled.

Dave's Elite Excavating & Grading uses GPS and laser technology to plan drainage work that keeps water moving in the right direction year after year. If you want to stop flooding or protect your foundation in Elkhart, call to schedule an evaluation and review what the site needs.