Sloped Backyard Solutions for the Inland Empire
That hillside taking up half your yard does not have to be wasted space. We turn sloped, eroding yards into flat, functional outdoor areas you can actually use.
That hillside taking up half your yard does not have to be wasted space. We turn sloped, eroding yards into flat, functional outdoor areas you can actually use.
If you live in the Inland Empire, there is a good chance your backyard has some kind of slope. The hills around San Jacinto, Hemet, Menifee, Winchester, and the surrounding areas mean a lot of homes were built on graded pads with sloped or unusable backyards. Some of those slopes are minor -- a gentle grade that makes the yard feel uneven. Others are serious hillsides that eat up half the property and leave you with almost no flat space.
We specialize in solving exactly that problem. At SoCal Artificial Turfs, sloped backyard projects are some of the most common work we do, and they are some of the most rewarding because the transformation is dramatic. A yard that was nothing but a dirt hillside becomes a multi-level outdoor living space with flat areas for a patio, a turf zone for the kids or dogs, planter beds, and walkways connecting everything together.
The core of most sloped backyard projects is retaining walls. These structural walls hold back the soil and create level terraces. Depending on your slope, we might build one wall to create a single large flat area, or we might build two or three tiered walls to step down the hillside gradually. Each terrace becomes its own usable zone.
But retaining walls are only part of the solution. Drainage is just as important -- maybe more important. Water runs downhill, and if we do not plan for that, all the grading and wall work in the world will not hold up. Every sloped project we build includes a complete drainage plan with French drains, surface drains, and graded swales to move water off your property safely.
Once the walls are in and the drainage is handled, we finish the flat areas with whatever you want -- artificial turf, pavers, decorative rock, or a combination. We handle the entire project from start to finish with our own crew.
Get a Free EstimateMost sloped backyards lose 30% to 50% of their space to unusable hillside. Terracing reclaims that space and gives you flat areas for patios, turf, play zones, and more.
Sloped yards erode every time it rains. Mud washes onto your patio, into your pool, and against your foundation. Retaining walls and proper drainage stop that permanently.
A finished, flat backyard is worth significantly more than an unfinished slope. This is one of the highest-ROI upgrades for hillside homes in the Inland Empire.
We do not just move dirt around. Every project includes engineered drainage so water goes where it should and stays off your flatwork, patio, and home foundation.
Every hillside is different. Here is how we approach yours.
We walk the slope, evaluate the grade, check soil conditions, and identify where water flows. This tells us what type of walls and drainage you need.
We map out wall placement, terrace heights, drainage routing, and finished surfaces. You see the full plan and approve before we start.
Excavation, grading, retaining walls, and drainage go in first. This is the foundation of the whole project and we do not cut corners here.
Turf, pavers, rock, plants, and lighting go in once the structure is solid. We finish the job and walk it with you before we leave.
Yes. We use a combination of retaining walls, grading, and fill material to create level terraces on sloped properties. Depending on the grade, we may build one wall to create a single flat area, or multiple tiered walls to create several usable levels. The approach depends on the slope angle, soil conditions, and how you want to use the space.
Sloped backyard projects typically range from $8,000 to $30,000 or more depending on the size of the yard, the severity of the slope, the number of retaining walls needed, and the final finish (turf, pavers, landscaping). We provide a detailed written estimate after walking your property so you know exactly what to expect.
Drainage is the first thing we plan for on any sloped project. We install French drains behind retaining walls, surface drains at low points, and grade all flat areas to direct water away from your home. Every wall includes perforated drain pipe and gravel backfill. We also tie into existing drainage systems when possible.
Most sloped backyard projects take 2 to 4 weeks depending on the scope. A single retaining wall with grading and turf might take 10 to 14 days. A full multi-tiered build with walls, pavers, turf, and landscaping could take 3 to 4 weeks. We give you a timeline during the estimate and keep you updated throughout.
