Hess Lawns - Austin's Emergency Landscaping Services

Absolutely. Standing water is a common issue in many Austin neighborhoods due to our clay-heavy soil. Hess Lawns specializes in landscape design that addresses drainage. We can assess your yard's grading, install French drains or dry creek beds, and reshape the land to direct water away from your home's foundation, transforming a soggy area into a beautiful, usable part of your landscape.

Moss often thrives in compacted, shaded, and overly moist lawns common in older Austin areas. Our maintenance program combats this by improving soil aeration to reduce compaction, adjusting mowing heights to encourage thicker grass, and implementing precise fertilization to strengthen your turf against moss invasion. We also manage tree canopy to increase sunlight, creating an environment where your grass outcompetes the moss.

Healthy trees are part of the solution. Our certified arborists can thin dense canopies to allow more sunlight and air circulation to the lawn below, which discourages moss. We also assess root systems; sometimes, surface roots can contribute to poor drainage and soil compaction. Proper pruning and care ensure your trees are assets, not contributors, to a dry and healthy yard.