Hardscaping: Drainage-First Patio Design

In Geneva, a patio isn't just about where you place your grill—it’s about how water moves across your property. The City of Geneva enforces strict Stormwater Drainage & Detention Regulations to prevent neighborhood flooding.

• The 4-Inch Drainage Rule: We are experts in Geneva’s unique requirement that structures (including fences and certain landscape elements) must maintain a 4 to 6-inch clearance from the ground in drainage easements.

• Permeable Solutions: We offer permeable paver options that allow rainwater to filter directly into the ground, reducing runoff and helping you stay compliant with the Kane County Stormwater Ordinance.

• Engineered Bases: Every Geneva patio we build includes a minimum of 4 inches of compacted base (6+ for driveways) to ensure your stone stays level through the freeze-thaw cycles of the Fox Valley.

• The Permit Promise: We handle the $100 Geneva Patio Permit and the required Affidavit of Compliance so you don’t have to spend your afternoon at City Hall.

Seasonal Cleanups: The "Geneva Estate" Standard

Geneva’s mature tree canopy is beautiful in the summer but can be a liability in the fall. We provide white-glove cleanup services that keep your property pristine and compliant with city ordinances.

Fall Leaf & Debris Management

• Curbside Vacuum Coordination: We time our cleanups with Geneva’s Kramer Tree Specialists vacuum schedule. We rake your leaves to the parkway (12 inches behind the curb as required) to ensure they are whisked away without clogging city storm sewers.

• The December Bag Program: If you miss the vacuum window, we provide full bagging services using biodegradable Kraft paper bags, ready for the city’s final December pickups—no stickers required during the city’s free windows.

Spring Restoration

• Bed Edging & Mulching: We provide deep, "V-cut" edging that Geneva landscapes are known for, topped with premium hardwood mulch to insulate your soil.

• Perennial & Shrub Care: Expert pruning of your ornamental plantings to ensure they don't obstruct public sidewalks (Geneva requires a 10-foot clear walking height for overhanging trees).

• Turf Revitalization: Core aeration and fertilization tailored to Geneva’s Drummer silty clay loam soils, which often require specific pH balancing to stay lush and green.