Landscape Drainage Ottawa Solutions for Wet Yards and Poor Drainage

Bennett Lawn & Landscape designs and installs landscape drainage systems for homeowners across Ottawa, from a single soggy corner to full-yard grading.

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Is Your Ottawa Yard Flooding or Pooling Water?

A few signs point to a real drainage problem rather than just a wet week. Water that sits for more than a day after rain, soggy spots that never quite dry out, or a basement that gets damp after a storm all suggest the grade or drainage around your property isn’t doing its job.

Ottawa’s clay-heavy soil doesn’t absorb water quickly, so when the surface grade is even slightly off, water has nowhere to go but toward your foundation or across your lawn. A lawn drainage contractor can usually spot the cause during a single site visit – the same site-first process behind our full-service Ottawa landscaping and yard care. Sometimes it’s the grading, sometimes it’s a downspout dumping water in the wrong place, sometimes it’s both. And sometimes, it’s landscaping water drainage that was never properly routed away from the house in the first place.

Bringing in a lawn drainage contractor early, before the yard turns into a mud pit every spring, is usually far cheaper than waiting until landscaping water drainage problems start affecting your foundation or basement.

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Our Landscape Drainage Services in Ottawa

French Drain Installation

Perforated pipe buried in gravel, redirecting groundwater away from problem areas before it surfaces and pools.

Trench Drain Installation

Surface-level channel drains for driveways, patios, and low points where water needs to be captured before it reaches the house.

Downspout Drainage

Underground piping that carries roof runoff well away from your foundation instead of dumping it at the base of the wall.

Yard Grading & Surface Drainage

Re-sloping the lawn so water moves away from the house naturally, without relying on pipes at all.

Foundation Drainage Solutions

Combined grading and pipe systems for properties where water is collecting right against the foundation wall.

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Why Poor Drainage Damages Your Lawn & Property

Water that sits doesn’t just kill grass. It works its way toward your foundation, softens the ground under interlock patios built for Ottawa backyards and walkways, and creates the freeze-thaw heaving that Ottawa properties are known for.

What starts as a yard drainage annoyance in April can turn into sinking or cracked interlock that needs repair or a wet basement by winter. The good news is that most of this is preventable with the right landscape drainage plan, and it’s a lot cheaper to fix the grading now than to repair foundation damage later.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

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   Vanessa Davidson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We hired Isaac to redo our walkway and he was great to work with. He came out to our place a few times to discuss the project to ensure that we were getting what we wanted. He was very easy to get in touch with, answering our texts very quickly and kept us informed of next steps. On the day, he and his team were very nice and they were meticulous on getting the job done right. Highly recommend.
  
 
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   Naomi 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Isaac and his team provided high quality excellent service with fantastic communication. I would highly recommend this company to tackle you landscaping, we are so happy with the outcome!
  
 
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   Chris Sabourin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently hired Bennett Landsaping to update areas of our backyard.  We were extremely impressed with Issac and his crew! The job was completed on time and on budget. The level of communication was excellent, and Isaac and his  crew had some great suggestions that we were excited to incorporate into our original plan. Our property was left clean and free of any left over material and debis. Issac and his crew installed a beautiful firepit with a semi circular bench,  a water feature and walkway, which turned out beautiful.  We would not hesitate to recommend Bennett Landscaping, and would definitely use them in the future. Thanks Issac, Gibby and Remi for a job well done!
  
 
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   Franco Ziroldo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A big thank you to Isaac and his team for finishing our patio to a very high standard, on time and on budget. This is a very skilled, organized and efficient operation.  Isaac and his team are straightforward, flexible and pleasant to work with.  He gave us the 5 star treatment so I give Bennet Landscaping a 5 star rating in return. Our neighbours had already reached out to him for work on their properties even before he had finished with ours. We look forward to the next project. Totally recommend.
  
 
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   Susan Gordon 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are so happy with our new front steps!  Isaac was terrific throughout the project.  His creativity, solid knowledge of construction, attention to detail and professionalism transformed our front steps into a beautiful feature, beyond what we could have imagined.  His recommendation to add lighting brought the project to yet another level. His approach to his work extends to his crew who were on time, professional and more than happy to discuss the stages of the project and answer our questions along the way.  They worked hard, were pleasant to deal with and tidied up the site each day. It was a pleasure to work with Isaac and his crew, the results exceeded our expectations and we would highly recommend them.
  
 
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   Susan Bowen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you to Isaac and team for rebuilding our front entry way. We especially appreciate the excellent communication during the project. We feel confident with the quality of workmanship. Highly recommend Isaac Bennett.
  
 
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   Karen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was a pleasure dealing with Bennett Lawn and Landscape.  Communication is excellent.  All work was done as described by skilled and approachable staff.  I am truly pleased with the outcome of our project.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We can’t say enough great things about Isaac and the team at Bennett Lawn and Landscape! Throughout the project Isaac was professional and provided knowledgeable guidance. He helped us choose the right stone, created a virtual design so we could see the plan ahead of time, and checked in regularly to make sure everything matched our vision. Isaac and his team showed up on time and as scheduled every day. They worked efficiently and left everything clean and tidy at the end of each day. They were responsive, flexible with minor tweaks, and consistently went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect. Most importantly, the finished project truly exceeded our expectations. We are absolutely thrilled with the new walkway and stairs created by Bennett Lawn and Landscape! We were 100% satisfied with the entire experience and would highly recommend Isaac and his team at Bennett Lawn and Landscape to anyone looking for high quality, amazing interlock work.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My wife and I are very happy with the team at Bennett Landscaping.  Very professional, did a great job and a great clean up.  Strongly recommend

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Tired of a soggy yard every spring? Request your free drainage assessment, and we’ll figure out what’s actually causing it. Call (613) 795-2017 to get started.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is landscape drainage and why is it important for properties?

Landscape drainage refers to the grading, piping, and drain systems that carry water away from your home rather than letting it collect. Given how much clay is in Ottawa’s soil, skipping this step means water tends to sit on the surface. And over time, that can work its way toward your foundation.

What are the signs that my yard needs a drainage solution?

A few red flags to watch for: water still standing more than a day after rain, patches of lawn that stay soggy no matter what, a basement that gets damp after storms, or one particular low spot where grass keeps dying off. Any of these is worth getting looked at.

What types of landscape drainage systems do you install in Ottawa?

Depending on what your yard actually needs, we work with French drains, trench drains, downspout extensions, and surface grading. Sometimes on their own, sometimes combined.

How much does landscape drainage installation cost in Ottawa?

It varies quite a bit depending on scope. A downspout extension costs far less than a full regrade with buried piping. Our landscaping cost breakdown and pricing guide for Ottawa homeowners outlines the general cost drivers, and we’ll give you a firm quote after seeing the property in person.

Can landscape drainage help prevent water damage to my property?

It can, and it’s one of the more effective steps you can take. Keeping water moving away from your foundation goes a long way toward preventing basement dampness and the structural problems that come with prolonged soil saturation.

Do you provide drainage solutions for soggy lawns and garden beds in Ontario?

Definitely. Lawns and garden beds take just as much of a hit from poor drainage as foundations do, so we factor both into the plan we design for your property.