Enhanced Safety & Drainage Solutions

Project Overview:

Lauren sought to upgrade her elderly mother's outdoor space, focusing on safe access, improved drainage, and functional aesthetics. Carolina Terrain expertly installed a custom retaining wall with integrated stairs, a durable brick walkway, lot grading for improved drainage, and comprehensive erosion control measures.

Project Goals:

• Provide safe, easy access between driveway and home

• Redirect water away from walkway and foundation

• Update and improve existing drainage systems

• Enhance overall property safety and aesthetic appeal

Services Completed:

• Removal of existing railroad tie retaining wall

• Installation of a new Belgard Diamond Pro retaining wall with steps

• Construction of a brick walkway with proper elevation and drainage

• Comprehensive drainage modifications, including downspout connections

• NDS Channel Drain installation for effective surface water management

• Advanced drainage inspection and jetting service

• Lot grading to redirect water away from the walkway and foundation

• Seeding and straw placement for erosion control

Key Features:

• Retaining Wall & Steps: 35-ft Belgard retaining wall with integrated 7–8 step staircase for safe driveway access

• Brick Walkway: 47-ft long, elevated walkway using Pine Hall Rumbled Pavers

• Enhanced Drainage: Connected downspouts, foundation drainage inspection, and jetting for optimized drainage flow

• Channel Drain: Professionally installed NDS Channel Drain system

• Lot Grading & Erosion Control:Graded yard area with seed and straw to prevent erosion

Project Timeline:

• Efficiently executed over approximately 5 days

Detailed Cost Breakdown:

Total Project Investment: $28,601.79

• Retaining Wall Installation: $11,946.38

• Brick Walkway: $4,811.62

• Yard Drainage & Downspout Modifications: $1,986.30

• Camera Inspection & Jetting Service: $550.00

• Channel Drain Installation: $4,755.71

• Lot Grading, Erosion Control, Additional Drainage Materials & Labor: $4,551.78