Hardscape & Landscape Contractor in Mission

Mission Hillside Builds Done Right

Mission is one of the most geographically challenging municipalities in the Fraser Valley for hardscape work. Much of the city is built into the hillsides north of the Fraser River, with lots that drop or rise significantly front to back. Soils vary from rocky glacial till in the upland neighborhoods to silty alluvium closer to the river. Properties often have mountain runoff that crosses the lot before reaching city drainage. And the municipal inspector knows exactly which contractors cut corners on slope work. We build here the right way or we do not build here at all.

The upland neighborhoods, including Cedar Valley, Silverdale, Mission Heights, and College Heights, sit on glacial till with frequent rock outcrops. Excavation here is slower and more expensive than on flat valley lots because you often hit a rock shelf 18 to 36 inches down. We plan for this in the quote, not as a change order, and we bring the right equipment (hydraulic breakers, rock buckets) to the first day of work. Tiered retaining walls are almost always the right answer in these neighborhoods, because a single tall wall creates too much surcharge and has a higher failure risk than two moderate walls on the same slope.

Down toward the Fraser River, in Hatzic, Ferndale, and Cherry Ridge, the soil changes to silty alluvium and the water table rises. These properties often sit on old river terraces with great views but tricky drainage. Our approach here is to grade water away from every hardscape surface before it reaches the structure and to use flexible base systems that can tolerate minor movement without cracking.

Mission also has one of the more active storm event histories in the region. The combination of upland runoff, steep terrain, and localized downpours means that every hardscape project needs an honest drainage plan. We integrate French drains, catch basins, and regrading into almost every Mission quote because skipping this step guarantees problems within two winters. The City of Mission building department is experienced with slope work and will flag designs that do not include drainage, so there is no shortcut.

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