Side Yard Regrading, Retaining Wall & Fence in Wychwood, Toronto
Side Yard Makeover for Anthony in Wychwood
Anthony’s side yard was uneven, drained poorly and had no proper fence. We regraded the side yard so water flows away from the house, built a pressure-treated retaining wall to hold the new grade, built a new pressure-treated fence along the property line, and finished the area with fresh sod. The project was completed in June 2025.
This page walks through how the side yard went from uneven ground to a clean, usable space.
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Anthony’s side yard was uneven and drained toward the house.
The yard was regraded so water flows away from the foundation.
A pressure-treated retaining wall holds the new grade in place.
A new pressure-treated fence and fresh sod finish the space.
- Location - Wychwood, Toronto
- Client - Anthony
- Project Type - Side yard regrading, retaining wall and fence
- Grading - Side yard regraded, pressure-treated retaining wall
- Finish - New pressure-treated fence, sod installation
- Completed - June 2025
Why regrading came first
A new fence and sod won’t last if the ground underneath is wrong. When a side yard slopes toward the house, water collects against the foundation and the lawn stays soggy.
Fixing the grade first, then holding it with a retaining wall, gave the fence and sod a stable, well-drained base.
How the side yard came together
Here’s how the project was built, step by step.
First, regrading
The side yard was regraded so the ground slopes away from the house and water drains properly.
Then, the retaining wall
A pressure-treated retaining wall was built to hold the new grade where the ground level changes.
Next, the fence
A new pressure-treated fence was built along the property line for privacy and a clean edge.
Finally, the sod
Fresh sod was laid across the regraded yard for an even, green finish.
What it looks like now
Anthony’s side yard is now level, green and properly drained. The retaining wall holds the grade, the new fence gives a clean edge along the property line and the street, and the fresh sod makes it a usable part of the yard instead of a problem area.
FAQs About Regrading, Retaining Walls and Fences
The ground around a house should slope away from the foundation so water drains away. Poor grading can lead to wet basements, soggy lawns and fence posts that heave.
Toronto requires a building permit for a retaining wall over 1 m high when it is on or next to public property or building entrances. Lower walls on private property usually don't need one. We check the rules for your site.
For lower walls, pressure-treated wood rated for ground contact is a practical, cost-effective choice. Taller walls or heavy loads may need stone or engineered systems.
Toronto generally limits front-yard fences within 2.4 m of the street to 1.2 m, and rear and side yard fences to 2.0 m. Side yards beside a street can be tricky, so we check before building.
It depends on how much soil needs to move and the length of the wall and fence. After a free site visit, we give you a clear schedule.
Is your side yard uneven or draining badly?
Regrading, a retaining wall and a new fence can turn a problem side yard into usable space. Jacko Contracting handles grading, retaining walls and fences across Toronto and the GTA. See our retaining wall services and request a free consultation.
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