An outdoor living space in Houston has to do double duty — look good and actually manage water, because how a yard is graded affects everything from mosquito problems to how close moisture sits to your foundation. 188 CONSTRUCTION builds outdoor living spaces and handles landscape construction across Houston, treating drainage and grading as part of the design rather than an afterthought.
188 CONSTRUCTION is licensed and insured. Outdoor construction work is planned with Houston’s heavy rain and clay soil in mind from the start, since that’s what determines whether a patio or outdoor kitchen holds up over time.
Mr. Nguyen: 346-900-4000
Landscaping & Outdoor Living Services
- Patio and outdoor living space construction
- Pergolas, covered patios and outdoor structures
- Outdoor kitchens and built-in grills
- Retaining walls and grading corrections
- Drainage solutions — French drains, grading, downspout extensions
- Walkways and garden hardscaping
- Fencing and privacy structures
- Fire pits and outdoor lighting
Why Grading and Drainage Come Before Anything Else We Build Outside
A beautiful patio built on ground that doesn’t drain correctly will eventually have standing water, erosion, or water pooling near the foundation — and Houston’s clay soil and heavy rain events make grading mistakes show up faster here than in drier climates. Before we design or build any outdoor space, we look at how water currently moves across the yard and where it needs to go, so the finished space doesn’t create a drainage problem it didn’t have before.
Why Houston Homeowners Choose 188 CONSTRUCTION for Outdoor Projects
- Drainage and grading assessed before design, not treated as a separate afterthought
- Materials and construction suited to Houston’s heat, humidity and heavy rain
- Licensed and insured operations
- Outdoor kitchens and structures built with the same attention to code as interior work
- Straight answers about which materials hold up outdoors here and which don’t
- Coordination with concrete work for patios, walkways and hardscaping
Mr. Nguyen: 346-900-4000
Our Process
- Consultation — We discuss the space you want, your budget range and how you’ll actually use it.
- Site Visit — We assess drainage, grading, sun exposure and soil conditions before designing anything.
- Scope and Estimate — Design, materials and pricing are put into a written scope.
- Design and Permits — Drawings and permits are coordinated where the scope requires them.
- Construction — Grading, drainage, structures and finishes are sequenced with regular check-ins.
- Final Walkthrough — We review the completed space together and confirm drainage is working as designed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for a patio or outdoor structure? It depends on the structure and jurisdiction. Covered patios, outdoor kitchens with gas or electrical, and larger structures often require a permit; simple hardscaping usually doesn’t. We’ll confirm what applies to your project.
Can you fix a yard that has standing water after rain? Yes — this is one of the most common calls we get. We assess where the water is coming from and where it needs to go, and correct grading or add drainage rather than just moving the problem elsewhere.
How does an outdoor kitchen handle Houston weather? Materials matter a lot here — stainless components, weather-resistant countertops and proper drainage under the structure all factor into how well it holds up to heat, humidity and rain over time. We’ll walk through material options during design.
Can outdoor construction affect drainage near my foundation? It can, in both directions — poor grading can direct water toward the foundation, while correct grading directs it away. We plan outdoor work with this in mind rather than treating it separately from the house.
Mr. Nguyen: 346-900-4000
Service Area
188 CONSTRUCTION serves Houston and surrounding communities, including Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, The Woodlands, Cypress, Spring and Missouri City, subject to project type, travel distance and scheduling.
Patios, walkways and outdoor hardscaping often involve concrete work. See our concrete asphalt Houston services for the paving side of your outdoor project.
Request an Estimate
Planning a patio, outdoor kitchen, or dealing with drainage issues in your yard in Houston? Let 188 CONSTRUCTION take a look and give you a clear, written plan.
Discuss your project with Mr. Nguyen at 346-900-4000.
