Evergreen Hardscapes

Evergreen Hardscapes Journal/Geological Analysis

Solving the
Clay Crisis

Why your yard won't drain and the engineered solutions that actually work in Piedmont soil.

Your Vision,
Our Craftsmanship

We turn outdoor living dreams into spaces you actually want to spend time in — designed around how you live, built with the care your home deserves.

Design First

Every project starts with understanding how you want the space to feel — then we design around that vision with 3D renderings and material selections.

Built To Last

Our builds go deeper than what you see on the surface. Proper base prep, drainage, and materials mean your outdoor space stays beautiful for decades.

Certified Crew

ICPI and NCMA certified installers. We hold national certifications so you don't have to worry about whether the work was done right.

Full Service

From the first phone call to the final walkthrough — design, materials, permitting, installation, and warranty. One team, one process, one point of contact.

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Richmond's "backyard swamp" phenomenon isn't just a nuisance—it's a geological certainty. Under a microscope, our Piedmont clay particles are flat plates that pack so tightly they create a nearly impermeable barrier.

The Science of Failure

To solve drainage in Central Virginia, you have to understand the numbers. Most soil can absorb rain as it falls. Richmond's clay cannot.

Sandy Soil

6.0

Inches/Hour Infiltration

Loamy Soil

2.0

Inches/Hour Infiltration

The Crisis

Richmond Clay

0.06

Near-Zero Absorption

A typical summer storm in Richmond drops 1.0" of rain in 30 minutes. Your soil can only take in 0.03" in that time. The other 0.97" has nowhere to go but up, resulting in standing water that breeds mosquitos and rot.

Diagnostic Path

Infiltration Diagnostic Matrix
1-4 Hours
Functional
Minor grading only
8-12 Hours
Problematic
French Drains Required
24+ Hours
Severe Failure
Engineered Permeable System

Engineered Solutions

The permanent fix for Richmond's clay is to build a horizontal drainage system—not a vertical one. A permeable paver patio acts as a massive underground reservoir.

The Reservoir Logic

We excavate a 12-inch "bathtub" and fill it with clean open-graded stone. This reservoir can store 3,000+ gallons of rainwater under your patio, slowly releasing it without surface runoff.

50% Stormwater Credit$14/sqft VCAP Rebate

Proven
In Situ

Richmond Verified

“From the first phone call, they made us feel like our project actually mattered. The 3D design blew us away — we could see exactly what our backyard would look like before they broke ground. The finished patio is even more beautiful than the rendering.”

Sarah J.

Short Pump

Paver Patio

“Regan walked us through every detail and kept us updated the entire build. No surprises, no stress. Our neighbors can't stop complimenting the new patio and walkway — it completely transformed our outdoor space.”

Robert L.

The Fan District

Patio & Walkway

“We interviewed three companies and Evergreen was the only one who actually listened to what we wanted. The design process was collaborative, the crew was professional, and they finished on schedule. Our pool deck looks like a resort.”

Michael P.

Midlothian (Hallsley)

Pool Deck

“The attention to detail is what sets them apart. Everything from the color selection to the lighting design was thoughtful. Our outdoor kitchen has become the center of every family gathering. Best investment we've made in our home.”

Elena R.

Chesterfield

Outdoor Kitchen

End the Standing Water.

Don't wait for the next storm to turn your yard into a swamp. Get a professional drainage assessment and a permanent, engineered solution.

Free Drainage Audit
OR CALL DIRECT: (804) 361-4012
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