Frequently asked questions
Quick answers. Anything else — call or text (417) 406-4216.
How do I get an estimate?
Call or text (417) 406-4216, send the form on our contact page, or email truegradeexcavation@gmail.com with your project and town. Estimates are free.
What’s the difference between an interior and an exterior French drain?
An interior French drain stops water before it floods your basement or crawlspace. An exterior French drain redirects water away from your foundation. Many wet-basement problems need one or both — we’ll tell you which after we look.
What are the signs I need better drainage?
A wet basement, yard flooding, standing water after storms, muddy lawns, or water collecting against your foundation.
Why put fabric under a gravel driveway?
A woven commercial-grade geotextile fabric under the gravel helps stop weeds and grass from growing through, so the new driveway keeps its fresh look.
What is crawlspace encapsulation?
Encapsulation lines the crawlspace floor and walls with a heavy vapor barrier and seals the space off from outside moisture, so the area under your home stays clean and dry. If water is getting in, we fix the drainage first.
Do you pour concrete too?
Yes. We grade, form and prep slabs — including a 6 mil vapor barrier and #4 rebar — for shops, garages and outbuildings.
What areas do you serve?
We’re based in Springfield, MO and serve the surrounding area, including Nixa, Ozark, Republic, Battlefield, Willard, Strafford, Rogersville, Fair Grove, Marshfield, Buffalo and Bolivar.
Water where it shouldn’t be?
Call or text (417) 406-4216 for a free estimate.