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Expert grading & pitch correction for Plandome homeowners. Exclusive waterfront village, Manhasset Bay, premium properties
Grading and pitch correction is the foundation of effective drainage on Long Island. If the grade of your property directs water toward your home instead of away from it, no amount of drains and dry wells will fully solve the problem. Brothers Paving & Masonry provides professional grading and pitch correction services across Nassau and Suffolk County, reshaping ground surfaces to establish the proper slopes that keep water moving away from structures and toward designated collection points.
Proper grading means every surface (lawn, driveway, patio, walkways) slopes in the right direction at the right rate to shed water efficiently. The International Residential Code recommends a minimum slope of six inches over the first ten feet away from a foundation, and paved surfaces should pitch at least one-eighth inch per foot toward drainage collection points. Grading issues develop on Long Island from soil settlement (especially in sandy soils), landscaping projects that inadvertently redirect water, erosion from unmanaged runoff, and original construction that was inadequately graded from the start.
Our process begins with a topographic assessment using surveying instruments and laser levels to map existing grades, identify negative or insufficient slopes, and trace water flow paths. For lawn and landscape areas, we add or redistribute clean fill material in compacted layers to build a consistent outward slope from the foundation. Driveway and hardscape pitch correction may involve adding an overlay, regrading the base before repaving, or targeted surface adjustments. We recommend the most cost-effective approach for each situation. Swale construction is a common component, providing shallow vegetated channels that direct surface water to catch basins or dry wells. Long Island's flat terrain makes every fraction of an inch of grade critical, so we use laser-guided equipment throughout. After grading is complete, all disturbed areas are stabilized with topsoil and seed, sod, or appropriate ground cover.
Plandome is located in Nassau County, Long Island. Plandome is an exclusive waterfront village on the western shore of Manhasset Bay, one of three Plandome villages that together form one of the North Shore's most coveted residential enclaves. The village features elegant homes on tree-lined streets, with many properties offering water views or direct Manhasset Bay access. Plandome's quiet streets, strong school district, and proximity to the Plandome LIRR station and Manhasset commercial district make it highly sought after by discerning homeowners.
Whether you're upgrading an existing property or starting fresh, our grading & pitch correction solutions are designed for Plandome's unique conditions, including Long Island's freeze-thaw cycles, coastal moisture, and local soil characteristics.
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We visit your property, discuss your vision, and provide a detailed estimate.
Our team creates a tailored plan that fits your property, style, and budget.
Our experienced crew brings your project to life with quality materials and craftsmanship.
We walk you through the finished project to ensure your complete satisfaction.
Plandome's waterfront setting on Manhasset Bay means all exterior hardscaping is exposed to salt air, coastal humidity, and the accelerated freeze-thaw cycling that affects North Shore communities. The village's soils are a mix of glacial clay and sandy deposits that vary with elevation — lower properties near the bay encounter higher water tables that affect excavation depth and drainage design. Many homes date to the early-to-mid twentieth century and feature Belgian block borders, brick walkways, and concrete stoops that have weathered decades of coastal conditions.
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