Outdoor Drainage Services

in Edina, MN

Integrating Best in Class Drainage Solutions with Excellent Landscaping for Homes Edina - Since, 2003

Integrated Drainage, Landscaping & Hardscape Solutions for Edina Homes


KG Landscape provides professional outdoor drainage services in Edina, MN, helping homeowners manage water issues while planning cohesive landscape and hardscape upgrades. Edina’s combination of mature neighborhoods, varied lot sizes, and new construction homes requires a thoughtful, integrated approach to drainage—especially when patios, walkways, and landscape renovations are part of the plan.


We specialize in designing drainage systems that work seamlessly with landscape design, patios, retaining walls, and hardscaping, ensuring everything functions properly together—not in isolation.


Drainage Challenges Common in Edina


Edina properties present a wide range of drainage challenges, including:


  • Older neighborhoods with outdated grading and drainage systems
  • Mature trees and established landscapes that affect water movement
  • Challenges related hills sloped toward the home
  • Changing drainage paths due to landscape projects


  • Water management solutions for over active sump pumps
  • Smaller infill lots with limited space for runoff control
  • New construction homes with builder-grade drainage that often needs improvement


When drainage isn’t coordinated with landscape and hardscape upgrades, water issues can lead to settling patios, pooling near foundations, or repeated repairs.


In Edina, beautiful homes and carefully designed landscapes can be quickly compromised by poor drainage. At KG Landscape, we specialize in custom water management systems that solve drainage problems across Edina’s diverse neighborhoods. Since 2003, we’ve helped property owners protect their foundations, manage runoff, and eliminate standing water—while preserving the elegance and value of their outdoor spaces. Our drainage solutions are built to perform in Edina’s variable soils and steep grade changes, all while blending naturally into your landscape.

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Landscape Drainage Systems Contractor Serving  Edina - Since 2003

Drainage Solutions We Provide in Edina


💧 French Drain Systems

French drains are an effective solution for managing subsurface water around homes and outdoor living areas. These systems intercept groundwater below the surface and redirect it away from problem areas.


French drains are commonly used for:

  • Wet lawns and landscape beds
  • Water collecting near foundations
  • Drainage behind retaining walls
  • Protecting patios and walkways from excess moisture


🏠 Downspout & Sump Pump Drainage

Properly managing roof runoff and sump pump discharge is essential in Edina—especially on smaller or tightly landscaped lots. We install underground downspout and sump pump drainage systems that safely move water away from the home and outdoor spaces.

These systems help prevent:

  • Foundation saturation and basement water issues
  • Water pooling near patios and walkways
  • Icy conditions during winter freeze-thaw cycles


🌿 Surface Drainage & Regrading

In many Edina yards, drainage issues start at the surface. We provide surface drainage and regrading services that correct how water flows across the property.

Surface drainage services include:

  • Foundation grading to direct water away from the home
  • Swales to guide surface water to safe discharge areas
  • Yard grading to eliminate low spots and pooling
  • Regrading tied into patios, walkways, and landscape features


By reshaping the land as part of a larger master plan, we ensure surface water flows properly and works in harmony with drainage systems and hardscape installations.

Designed to Work with Landscape Design & Hardscaping


One of the biggest advantages of working with KG Landscape is our ability to integrate drainage with landscape design and construction. Rather than installing drainage as an afterthought, we design it as part of a comprehensive master plan.

This ensures:

  • Patios are built on properly drained bases
  • Walkways remain stable and ice-free
  • Planting areas receive the right moisture balance
  • Drainage systems remain accessible and functional


Using one company for drainage, landscaping, and hardscaping reduces conflicts, prevents rework, and delivers better long-term results.


Results: What Edina Homeowners Experience


Homeowners in Edina who choose an integrated drainage approach consistently see:


  • Dry basements and foundations, with water redirected away from the home
  • Patios and hardscapes that stay level and drain properly
  • Effective water management on their own property, reducing runoff to neighbors
  • Fewer drainage-related repairs after landscape or patio upgrades
  • Confidence that every element of the outdoor space works together


Whether upgrading a mature landscape or completing a new construction home, the result is a functional, cohesive outdoor environment built for long-term performance.


Why Edina Homeowners Choose KG Landscape



Serving Edina, MN


KG Landscape proudly serves Edina, MN, providing outdoor drainage solutions that align with complete landscape and hardscape renovations.


Schedule a Drainage Consultation in Edina


If you’re planning landscape or hardscape upgrades—or dealing with existing drainage problems—contact KG Landscape today.


👉Request a consultation and work with one team that ensures your drainage, landscaping, and outdoor living spaces function properly together.

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Drainage Solutions Tailored to Edina Properties


Solving a water issue in Edina requires more than a basic fix—it takes a well-designed system that works with the land and respects the look of your property. Our drainage specialists begin every project with a thorough on-site consultation, analyzing slope, soil absorption, runoff direction, and structural risks. We don’t just stop the water—we manage it in a way that supports the health of your yard, the safety of your foundation, and the curb appeal of your home.


Edina presents unique drainage challenges, from compact urban lots in the Morningside area to sloped terrain near Minnehaha Creek or along Blake Road. Soil conditions can vary dramatically—from dense, slow-draining clay near Lake Edina to looser, sandy soil farther west. Our team’s understanding of these micro-regions allows us to design drainage systems that work with your soil—not against it.


We’ve addressed countless drainage issues in Edina neighborhoods: eliminating water pooling between mid-century homes, creating discreet erosion control solutions for luxury estates, and designing systems that accommodate heavy rainfall and snowmelt without compromising the integrity of older foundations. Our work seamlessly integrates into both traditional landscapes and modern outdoor designs.


With over 20 years of experience, we know how to design systems that last. Whether you’re concerned about water encroaching on your basement, damage to walkways or patios, or soggy turf that won’t recover, we approach each drainage solution with your specific needs and budget in mind.


Our services include everything from initial grading and soil testing to pipe installation, water redirection, and rainwater integration with city systems when appropriate. We take care to preserve surrounding plant life and hardscape features, ensuring the final result is both effective and attractive.

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How Our Outdoor Drainage Solutions Process Works in Edina


Drainage Consultation & Integrated Planning


Edina properties present two very different — but equally challenging — drainage scenarios:
established, mature neighborhoods and new construction homes. Our process is designed to address both.

In older Edina neighborhoods, we often see drainage issues tied to aging infrastructure, settled soils, mature trees, outdated grading, and landscapes that were never designed to manage modern stormwater volumes.


In newer developments, drainage challenges are frequently the result of compacted soils, aggressive grading, limited infiltration, and unfinished or builder-grade landscape designs.


That’s why every Edina drainage project we take on begins with a paid, onsite drainage consultation. One of our highly experienced drainage specialists will walk your property with you, evaluate how water moves across and through your yard, and explain what’s happening — and why — before recommending solutions.


Our consultation fee is typically $90 for customers in Edina. This visit allows us to provide thoughtful, site-specific recommendations that align with your goals, budget, and long-term plans for your home.


One Company for Drainage, Landscaping & Hardscaping


One of the biggest advantages of working with KG Landscape in Edina is our ability to integrate drainage solutions into a larger landscape and hardscape plan.


Many of our Edina clients are not just trying to fix water issues — they’re also planning:

  • patio or outdoor living upgrades
  • retaining walls or hardscaping improvements
  • landscape renovations or new plantings
  • full yard redesigns on new construction homes

Because we specialize in both drainage and landscape/hardscape construction, we can design everything together from the start.


This means:

  • drainage systems are installed before patios and hardscapes
  • grading supports both water management and design aesthetics
  • drains, outlets, and infrastructure are concealed and intentional
  • the finished landscape actually functions as intended

Rather than hiring multiple contractors who work independently (and sometimes at odds with one another), our team creates a coordinated master plan where drainage, landscaping, and hardscaping all work together seamlessly.


Minimum Project Size & Cost Expectations

Drainage solutions in Edina vary widely based on lot size, soil conditions, access, and how drainage integrates with existing or planned landscape features. For that reason, we maintain a $3,500 minimum project size for outdoor drainage solution work.


During your consultation, we’ll provide realistic ballpark cost ranges for the solutions we discuss so you can understand:

  • what’s required to properly fix the issue
  • how different options compare
  • how drainage work fits into a larger renovation or improvement plan


This helps ensure there are no surprises and that every recommendation aligns with your investment expectations.

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It’s Easy to Get Started

When you schedule a drainage consultation with KG Landscape in Edina, you’re not just getting a quick inspection — you’re getting holistic planning advice.

We’ll discuss:

  • good, better, and best drainage solution options
  • how drainage ties into future patio or landscape improvements
  • short-term fixes vs. long-term master planning
  • whether French drains, surface drainage, grading corrections, or integrated solutions make the most sense


Sometimes a French drain is the right answer. Sometimes it isn’t. Our recommendations are based entirely on what we see onsite and how we can best solve your specific drainage issues — while supporting the overall function and beauty of your yard.


If the work we recommend fits within our specialty, we’ll provide a clear, written estimate with a fixed price for our team to complete the drainage and any related landscape or hardscape improvements.


If you choose to move forward with us, we
credit 100% of your drainage consultation fee toward the project.

Our goal is to design and install drainage solutions that work properly, integrate seamlessly into your landscape, and support the long-term value of your Edina home.


Please note: we do not offer consultation services for DIY projects or for properties outside of our service area.

Our Outdoor Drainage & Landscape Project Steps — From Start to Finish

  1. Call us or submit a quote request form
  2. Meet with a drainage and landscape expert onsite
  3. Review drainage issues and how they integrate with landscape or hardscape plans
  4. Receive written recommendations and a detailed estimate
  5. Approve the estimate and submit a deposit
  6. We schedule your project for the next available opening
  7. Our office team communicates project timing and logistics
  8. We coordinate public utility locates
  9. Our crews complete the drainage and related landscape work
  10. Final walkthrough and confirmation of satisfaction
  11. Final invoice is sent after completion


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Specialized Drainage Landscaping for Edina Properties

Foundation Protection


Prevent costly water damage to your Edina home's foundation by effectively redirecting water away from structural elements.

 Erosion Control


Protect your landscape from water erosion issues common to Edina's sloped properties and preserve your outdoor investments.

Landscape Preservation


Safeguard your valuable plants from both oversaturation and drought by managing water distribution throughout your property.

What Our Clients Say About Our Services

Stone fire pit surrounded by large rocks and gravel. Paved area provides seating. Garden setting.

"I am particularly satisfied with the job they did on the grading of the entire backyard - we had some big concerns about drainage and they addressed them all. With the speed and quality of this project, we are looking forward to spending most of our summer enjoying our new backyard!"

~Ryan V.

"We hired KG Landscape to design and construct a new stone patio and garage backdoor pad, deal with some drainage issues in several areas around our house...We are very happy with the results of KG Landscape's work and look forward to enjoying the patio and improved landscaping for many years to come!"

~Susan B.

"Services we had were yard grading for water drainage, retaining wall and patio installation. Before and after pictures first two of the southwest side and second two from the back deck. Very happy with KG!"

~Laurie A.

Outdoor Drainage Service Questions from Edina Customers

  • What are the best drainage options for Edina’s older neighborhoods?

    We often use a combination of French drains, catch basins, and grading to solve water issues in established areas with compact soil and tight lot lines.

  • Can proper drainage actually improve the appearance of my Edina landscape?

    Absolutely. Drainage systems can be designed to enhance your landscape by eliminating soggy spots, preventing erosion, and incorporating features like decorative rock beds or rain gardens.

  • What kind of maintenance is required for a custom drainage system?

    Most systems need minimal upkeep, though we recommend annual checkups to clear debris, inspect pipes or basins, and confirm water flow remains optimal—especially after heavy winters or large storms.