TotalGuard Yard Care provides professional yard grading and drainage solutions in Madison, Middleton, Waunakee, and Dane County, Wisconsin. We solve standing water, soggy lawns, foundation pooling, and downspout flooding with French drains, yard regrading, catch basins, dry wells, and downspout routing. Madison's clay-heavy soil makes drainage problems common. Call (608) 535-6057 for a free assessment.
Standing water, soggy spots, foundation pooling—Madison's clay-heavy soil makes drainage a constant battle. We fix it with professional grading, French drains, and downspout routing that moves water where it belongs.
Ideal for: Homeowners with standing water, soggy yards, foundation pooling, downspout flooding, or erosion channels. Critical for properties on clay soil or with grading issues.
What most yard drainage providers get wrong — and how TotalGuard operates differently.
Engineered drainage that solves the problem permanently — not a band-aid pipe in a ditch.
We visit during or after rain to observe actual water flow, pooling locations, and source of the water (roof, neighbor’s grade, natural spring).
French drains for subsurface water, channel drains for surface flow, re-grading for slope issues, or dry wells for concentrated runoff.
All underground utilities located and marked before any excavation. We hand-dig near marked utilities.
The right way — not just a pipe in a ditch. Filter fabric prevents silt clogging that causes most drainage failures within 5 years.
If water pools in the same area within 12 months of installation, we fix it free. We guarantee results, not just labor.
Bundle services together and save on your total project
From $1,299
Solve the water problem at the source (gutters) and the destination (yard). Complete water management.
Complete professional drainage solutions from assessment to restoration—no shortcuts.
We inspect water flow patterns, identify problem areas, check slope and grading across your entire property
Drainage solution engineered for your specific property — grading, French drains, catch basins, or a combination
Proper materials, correct slopes, and clean execution by experienced crews who understand Madison soil
Terrain reshaped to move water away from structures and toward safe discharge points
All disturbed areas restored with topsoil, seed, or sod — your yard looks better than before
We run water through the system, confirm proper flow, and verify no pooling before we leave
We inspect your property, identify water flow patterns, locate problem areas, and check slope and grading.
We design a drainage solution specific to your property — grading, French drains, catch basins, or a combination.
Professional installation with proper materials, correct slopes, and clean restoration of disturbed areas.
We test the system, confirm water flows correctly, and restore your yard to a finished state.
April through June is ideal for drainage projects. Spring thaw reveals exactly where water pools, and the ground is workable for trenching and grading.
September through November works well for drainage fixes before winter. Protects your foundation from freeze-thaw damage.
Don't wait. Water damage gets worse every season. The longer you wait, the more expensive the fix. If you see standing water near your foundation, address it now.
Water pooling against your foundation causes cracks, basement leaks, and structural settling. Professional drainage moves water away permanently — far cheaper than foundation repair.
No more soggy dead zones, muddy patches, or unusable areas. Proper drainage lets your entire yard grow healthy grass and support foot traffic year-round.
Drainage problems scare buyers. A professionally graded yard with proper drainage adds real value and eliminates a major red flag during home inspections.
Local expertise and permanent solutions make the difference:
We know Dane County's clay soil inside and out. Our solutions are designed specifically for Wisconsin conditions — not generic fixes from a manual.
French drains last 20-30+ years. Regrading is permanent. We don't do band-aid fixes — we solve the root cause so water never pools there again.
Full $1M liability coverage. We carry workers' comp, operate with proper permits, and guarantee our workmanship. Your property is protected.
No runaround. No excuses. Here's exactly how we handle issues.
Text us a photo
No phone trees, no waiting. Text the issue directly to our crew line.
Takes 30 seconds
Response within 2 hours
We confirm receipt and let you know when we'll fix it. No runaround.
Usually under 1 hour
Back on-site within 48 hours
Your crew returns to address the issue. No charge, no hassle.
At no extra cost
Issue resolved to your satisfaction
We follow up to make sure you're 100% happy with the resolution.
Your approval required
Simple downspout extensions start around $500. French drain systems typically run $1,500–$4,000 depending on length and complexity. Full yard regrading varies by scope. We provide detailed quotes after assessing your specific property—no guessing.
Complete property protection works best as a system:
We work with homeowners who value their time and want a provider they can actually count on.
Scheduled service means your yard is handled without coordination. No calls, no reminders needed.
Documented service with photos. Consistent maintenance that protects property value.
Structured operations with accountability. Systems replace guesswork.
Documented curb appeal improvements. Before/after records for buyer confidence.
Not promises—standards. Here's what working with TotalGuard actually looks like.
Service day locked. Same window each visit. Weather delays communicated by 8am.
Your crew knows your property. No substitutes without advance notice.
Quote itemizes work. Invoice matches quote. No add-ons without approval.
Crew walks property before leaving. Photos available upon request.
Text to reschedule. Confirmation sent within 2 hours.
Proactive guidance on aeration, fertilization, and cleanups—timed to your property.
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We visit during or after rain to observe actual water flow patterns. We identify low spots, pooling areas, and the source of water (roof, neighbor's grade, natural spring).
We design the fix: French drains for subsurface water, channel drains for surface flow, re-grading for slope issues, or dry wells for concentrated runoff.
Diggers Hotline called before any digging. We hand-dig near utilities and use mini excavators for trench runs. Sod and landscape preserved where possible.
Perforated pipe bedded in washed gravel, wrapped in filter fabric to prevent silt clogging. Every drain run tested with water before backfilling.
Disturbed areas re-graded, seeded or sodded. We guarantee the drainage solution works — if water pools again within 12 months, we fix it free.
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Tell us what you need. We'll send a clear, no-obligation quote within 24 hours—usually faster.