Site preparation and grading
We review the proposed work, available plans and site access before preparing the area for construction. Clearing, grading and compaction are considered alongside the required elevations and subsequent work. Soil testing and stabilization requirements are coordinated with the appropriate project professionals.
- Land clearing and site preparation
- Grading and leveling
- Compaction
- Soil-testing and stabilization coordination
Foundation and retaining-wall excavation
Excavation for new buildings, garages, barns, additions and retaining walls needs to follow the project plans and account for access around the work. We coordinate the excavation package with foundations, drainage and the next construction stages.
- Residential and commercial foundation excavation
- Garage, barn and addition sites
- Retaining-wall excavation
- Coordination with formwork and drainage
Utility trenching
We provide trench excavation for electrical, plumbing and sewer-related work. The scope identifies the trench requirements, access and responsibility for utility identification and installation. Excavation is coordinated with the contractors responsible for the connected systems.
- Electrical service trenches
- Water and plumbing trenches
- Sewer-related excavation
- Coordination with utility plans and installing trades
Roadway and parking-area excavation
Sitework for roads, drives and parking areas can be delivered as a separate package or as part of the complete site project. Include existing surfaces, vehicle routes and proposed drainage in the review so preparation connects properly to the paving scope.
- Roadway and access-drive excavation
- Parking-lot preparation
- Grading around site concrete
- Coordination with paving and drainage work
Surface and subsurface drainage
Drainage work starts with understanding the site and where water needs to be collected or directed. We discuss surface and subsurface work, stormwater requirements and connections to other construction. The proposal identifies installation work and any separate assessment or design responsibilities.
- Stormwater and surface drainage
- Subsurface drainage installation
- Grading and drainage interfaces
- Coordination with specified collection and discharge points
Demolition and debris removal
Removal and site clearance may be needed before new construction can begin. Send details and photographs of the existing work, along with access restrictions and the area to remain in place. We establish the demolition and debris-removal scope before proceeding.
Erosion control and stabilization
We coordinate erosion-control work with the site conditions and specified requirements. Depending on the project, the scope may include retaining-wall work, drainage, geotextiles, vegetation or landscape stabilization. Assessment, specification and installation responsibilities are established during planning.
