Our team at S&E Custom Grading & Concrete have extensive experience in the construction preparation business. We have worked on countless projects over the years, taking steps to get land ready for future construction. In this article, we will focus on the excavation stage of construction prep, going over a few reasons why this stage is essential.
- Create Space – Excavation involves removing obstacles, such as buried boulders as well as things like trees and shrubs. It is necessary to remove these things from construction sites in order to make room for the planned structures to go. It would not be practical to try to build the structure around these obstacles, so our excavation team uses bulldozers and other equipment to remove them.
- Level the Ground – Another purpose of excavation in construction prep is to level the ground, creating a stable, even surface on which to install the foundation of the building. Our team has the right experience to ensure the ground is completely level and flat, and we can even dig the foundation or basement for you.
- Grade the Land – A third essential purpose of excavation is to adjust the grade of the land as necessary. Our team has extensive experience with land grading, which is the process of modifying the slope of the ground to ensure water drains away from any structures on the property, rather than flowing towards it. Land grading is important for protecting the finished buildings from water damage, and you can count on our team to make sure your building is safe.