Drainage & Grading · Orinda · Contra Costa County
French Drain Installation & Yard Drainage in Orinda, CA
Standing water, soggy lawns and runoff toward the house are fixed with a planned path for the water: French drains, solid downspout lines, catch basins and regrading to a safe outlet. Orinda hillside homes take runoff from above, so the uphill side of the house and the base of slopes are checked first. Golden Hills Landscape, Inc. is a licensed California contractor (#1118886), and owner Alonso does every estimate himself.
What matters on Orinda lots
- French drains collect water moving through the soil and carry it to a proper outlet on your property.
- Downspouts are tied into solid pipe instead of dumping next to the foundation.
- Hillside runoff is intercepted on the uphill side with a drain routed to a safe outlet.
- Project photos on this page are from nearby East Bay jobs and labeled with their real town.
Real projects
Replace what’s worn out. Plan what goes underneath.
A new paver patio, driveway replacement or retaining wall starts with the existing surface, the base and a path for water. Alonso reviews those together and provides a written scope for your property. Start with the area you need most; ask about planning the rest in phases.
Drainage & Grading questions from Orinda
- Do you install French drains in Orinda?
- Yes. Orinda is inside our East Bay service area, and Alonso visits in person to see where the water comes from and where it can go.
- Why is there standing water in my yard?
- Usually slow-draining clay combined with ground that slopes the wrong way or downspouts emptying onto the lawn.
- Should I wait until the rain stops?
- No. A wet yard shows exactly where water goes. Send a photo or call (925) 437-4446 and Alonso responds right away.
- How much does a French drain cost?
- It depends on the length of pipe, depth, outlet, slope and access. You get a free written estimate after Alonso sees the yard.
- Who does the estimate?
- Alonso, the owner, in person, in English or Spanish.
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Reputation
What neighbors say
“Had a great experience with Golden Hills Landscape. They installed pavers, irrigation, rocks, and sod in my backyard and did a fantastic job. Super professional, great prep work, and everything was done in a timely manner. Pricing was very fair. The yard looks amazing--would definitely use them again and highly recommend.”
“Viktor listened to my concerns about my cracked driveway and came up with a creative, cost-effective solution that worked perfectly. The team worked tirelessly from morning until night and never skipped a day, staying on schedule and completing the job within the proposed time period. The quality of the work was outstanding--my driveway looks beautiful now, and the entire process was seamless.”
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