Outdoor Drainage Services in Minneapolis, MN

Proven Yard Drainage Solutions for Small Lots & Urban Properties

KG Landscape provides professional outdoor drainage services in Minneapolis, MN, helping homeowners solve persistent water problems on small lots, mature landscapes with large trees and tightly spaced properties. Minneapolis is one of the areas where we complete a large portion of our drainage work, giving us deep experience with the unique challenges found throughout the city.  We also have over 20 years of experience in understanding city codes and ordinances and the process of working with the city of Minneapolis for permitting.

From historic neighborhoods to newer infill construction, our drainage solutions are designed to protect homes, improve yard usability, and manage water efficiently in limited spaces.

Drainage Challenges Common in Minneapolis

Minneapolis properties often present drainage issues caused by:

• Small lots with limited grading options
• Closely spaced homes and shared drainage paths
• Older infrastructure not designed for modern rainfall
• Improperly managed downspout and sump pump discharge

When water has nowhere to go, it can collect near foundations, flood low areas, or flow toward neighboring properties. These issues require precise, well-planned drainage solutions—not surface fixes.

View Real Minneapolis Drainage Project Examples Below

See how we solved chronic sump pump discharge water pooling at a Minneapolis home using a custom dry well system in this:

 👉  Sump pump drainage solution with dry well for low lying front yard in Minneapolis   

See how we Helped a Customer in South Minneapolis Solve a Very Active Sump Pump Discharge Problem 

👉  Part# 1 See how we helped evaluate a customers yard, who's sump pump water was pooling on the city sidewalk in Minneapolis, causing ice build up

 👉 Part#2 How We Designed & Built a Permanent Sump Pump Drainage Solution Using a Dry Well for a Home in Minneapolis

Designed for Urban Conditions & Long-Term Performance

Our drainage systems in Minneapolis are built for dense neighborhoods, aging infrastructure, and freeze-thaw cycles. Careful planning, proper materials, and clean installations ensure reliable performance without disrupting existing landscapes.

Results: Real-World Benefits for Minneapolis Homeowners

A properly designed drainage system does more than move water—it protects your home and helps you manage runoff responsibly in a dense urban environment. Homeowners in Minneapolis consistently see meaningful improvements after installing professional outdoor drainage solutions.

Our drainage systems help:

• Keep water out of basements by redirecting surface water, downspout flow, and sump pump discharge away from the foundation
• Manage water on your own property, reducing runoff that can impact neighboring homes or shared property lines
• Prevent water pooling and ice buildup on city sidewalks, driveways, and walkways—improving safety during winter freeze-thaw cycles
• Eliminate recurring wet spots in small yards where water previously had nowhere to go
• Increase peace of mind during heavy rain, spring snowmelt, and winter conditions.  The result is a safer, drier property that functions properly year-round—without causing drainage problems for surrounding homes or public spaces.

Why Minneapolis Homeowners Choose KG Landscape

• ✅ Extensive hands-on drainage experience throughout Minneapolis
• ✅ Expertise in small-lot and urban drainage solutions
• ✅ Custom designs tailored to tight spaces
• ✅ High-quality materials and precise installation
• ✅ Trusted Twin Cities outdoor drainage contractor

Serving Minneapolis, MN

KG Landscape proudly provides outdoor drainage services in Minneapolis, MN, helping homeowners protect their properties and solve complex water issues in urban environment.

Schedule a Drainage Consultation in Minneapolis

If water problems are limiting your yard’s usability or threatening your home, contact KG Landscape today.

👉Request a consultation and get a drainage solution designed for your Minneapolis property.

Stormwater Smarts: Minneapolis Drainage Solutions That Respect the Land and Legacy

Minneapolis offers a stunning blend of urban density and natural beauty — but it also brings a mix of drainage issues. From aging infrastructure to low-lying lots near Powderhorn Lake or Minnehaha Creek, homeowners often face serious water flow and pooling in your yard challenges.  This is particularly common in narrow side yards that are not draining properly.  At KG Landscape, we tailor every outdoor drainage solution to the city’s varied elevations, tight spaces, and unique soil types.

Older neighborhoods like Longfellow, Kingfield, and Northeast often have compacted soils and mature tree root systems that block water flow. We mitigate these issues using deep trenching and french drain installation techniques that account for obstructions and restore subsurface drainage. Where stormwater collects at the end of driveways or walkways, we install catch basins to intercept runoff and move it safely away.  We alos help customers weight the pros and cons between drainage solutions otpions and advice as to what we beleive the strongest solution is and why, such as when deciding between regrading vs. a French drain

Properties near the Mississippi River bluff or lakes like Nokomis and Harriet tend to experience groundwater seepage and foundation moisture due to their proximity to high water tables. In these cases, we often incorporate sump pump systems and downspout redirection alongside dry creek beds and surface grading. Our systems are built to backfill the trench with materials that promote lasting drainage performance without harming your surrounding soil or landscaping.

For businesses and apartment complexes in Uptown, Dinkytown, and along the Greenway, impervious surfaces create increased runoff volume. We scale our drainage systems accordingly, combining catch basins with gravel filled trenches and smart grading techniques to ensure reliable water flow and regulatory compliance.

We also assess slope conditions along alleyways and compact urban lots where water often collects near garages or basement entries. Our team integrates grading techniques and drainage systems that handle surface water and keep these high-risk areas dry.

Whether your home is tucked behind Cedar Lake or nestled into a slope near St. Anthony Falls, KG Landscape has the expertise to eliminate standing water, prevent water damage, and protect your property with long-lasting, city-savvy drainage systems.