If water pools because the ground slopes toward the house or a low spot has no outlet, regrading often solves it. When soil stays saturated even with a decent slope, a French drain is usually needed to carry groundwater away.

Ohio law requires notifying OHIO811 at least 2 working days before digging so utility companies can mark buried lines. At Kegley Landscape LLC in Navarre, OH, we place that request ourselves and confirm the markings before any equipment moves.

Late summer into early fall, roughly mid-August through September, is ideal for cool-season grasses. Warm soil speeds germination, cooler air eases stress on young grass, and fall rain helps the lawn root before winter arrives.

Under the residential code Ohio follows, walls holding back more than 48 inches of unbalanced soil generally require an engineered design. Shorter garden walls still need a solid base, drainage stone, and a pipe to stay straight.

Stamped concrete is pressed with textured mats while it is still workable, creating patterns that look like stone, slate, or brick. Brushed concrete is dragged with a broom, leaving fine ridges that add traction for driveways, walks, and steps.

A layer of 2 to 3 inches is the healthy range for most beds. Deeper piles can smother roots and hold moisture against bark, so mulch should be pulled a few inches away from trunks rather than mounded up like a volcano.

Crushed limestone packs tighter than rounded stone because its angular edges lock together. A compacted base topped with a clean surface stone such as #57 limestone, which Kegley Landscape LLC uses often in Navarre, OH, drives smoothly and drains well.

Stone, geotextile fabric, and native plants work together to absorb wave energy and hold soil in place. Turf grass has shallow roots that slip away in saturated soil, while deeper-rooted native plantings bind the bank much more securely.

Yes. A thorough clearing job removes brush piles, saplings, and unwanted trees, then grinds stumps below grade so the ground can be seeded or built on. Debris is hauled away, leaving a clean, usable surface behind.

Most residential patios take a few days from excavation to the finished surface, depending on size and material. Concrete then needs time to cure before heavy use, while pavers and natural stone can usually be walked on right away.