When your property is graded correctly, water flows where it should instead of pooling around your foundation. Your building pad sits level and stable, giving contractors a solid base without delays or settling issues later.
You avoid the expensive problems that come from poor drainage—cracked foundations, flooded basements, and erosion that only gets worse over time. Your construction project stays on schedule because the groundwork was done right the first time.
Your property becomes an asset that works for you, not against you. Water moves away from structures, level areas stay usable, and you don’t wake up to problems that could have been prevented.
We’ve been handling grading and site preparation in Greenwich since transitioning to full-time excavation work in 2020. What started as a logging business in 1997 has evolved into a trusted family operation serving homeowners throughout the area.
Josh is present on almost every job, ensuring the quality and attention to detail that comes from treating each project like it’s our own. We understand Greenwich’s soil conditions, from the lime-rich glacial till to rocky areas that require specialized techniques.
We’re not just another contractor passing through—we’re building lasting relationships with homeowners who want their excavator for life, not just the cheapest bid.
First, we walk your property and assess exactly what needs to be done. We check current drainage patterns, identify any utilities, and plan the most efficient approach for your specific site and soil conditions.
Next, we bring in the right equipment and execute the work using proper techniques. We grade to correct elevations, establish proper drainage slopes, and compact soil to specifications that work with Greenwich’s unique conditions.
Throughout the process, we protect existing features you want to keep and coordinate with your other contractors to ensure our work sets up the next phase for success. We clean up as we go and leave you with properly prepared ground ready for whatever comes next.
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Our grading services cover everything from initial site clearing to final grade preparation. We handle rough grading to establish drainage patterns and building areas, plus finish grading for surfaces ready for construction or landscaping.
Greenwich properties often have unique challenges due to local topography and soil conditions. We factor in natural water flow patterns and ensure your finished grade directs water away from building areas toward appropriate drainage points.
We also handle foundation excavation, utility trenching, driveway preparation, and corrective grading for existing properties. Whether you’re building new or fixing drainage problems, we coordinate with your timeline to keep your project moving forward.
Rough grading establishes the basic shape and drainage patterns of your site—it’s about moving dirt to create the right elevations and slopes. This phase focuses on getting the major contours correct and ensuring water will flow in the right direction.
Finish grading is the final step that creates smooth, precise surfaces ready for concrete, landscaping, or other improvements. Think of rough grading as the foundation work and finish grading as the detail work.
Most projects need both phases, but the timing depends on your construction sequence. We handle both and coordinate with your other contractors to ensure everything happens in the right order.
Greenwich area soil often includes rocky conditions and ledge that require specialized equipment and techniques. We’ve worked throughout the area for years and understand how to approach these challenges safely and efficiently.
We bring the right equipment for your specific site conditions and have experience navigating around obstacles like utility lines or hitting bedrock. Our operators know the difference between working sandy soil versus the rocky conditions common in this area.
We also work with engineers when needed to analyze soil composition and structural demands, especially for larger projects. The key is assessing each site individually since conditions can vary significantly even within the same neighborhood.
Permit requirements depend on the scope of work and local regulations, but many grading projects do require permits, especially if you’re moving significant amounts of earth or working near wetlands, streams, or steep slopes.
For new construction, grading permits are typically part of the overall building permit process. We’re familiar with Greenwich’s requirements and can help you understand what permits might be needed for your specific project.
We handle the permit research and application process so you don’t have to navigate the municipal requirements yourself. We know which departments to contact and what documentation is needed for approval. It’s always better to check upfront rather than deal with stop-work orders later.
Timeline depends on the size and complexity of your project, but most residential grading jobs take 1-3 days to complete. Simple drainage corrections might be finished in a day, while full site preparation for new construction typically takes 2-3 days.
Weather conditions can affect scheduling, especially during wet periods when soil conditions aren’t suitable for grading work. Greenwich area soil can vary significantly, so we assess each site individually to give you realistic expectations.
We don’t rush grading work because getting the depth, slopes, and drainage right the first time prevents expensive problems later. We’ll give you a realistic timeline upfront and keep you informed if conditions require adjustments to the schedule.
Yes, we routinely work around mature trees, existing landscaping, septic systems, wells, and other features that need protection. The key is identifying what needs to be preserved before we start and planning the work accordingly.
We use appropriate equipment for the space available and take steps to protect root systems, utility lines, and other sensitive areas. We work around existing features you want to keep while ensuring new grades tie in smoothly with surrounding areas.
If your project requires specific elevations or drainage solutions, we have the equipment and experience to meet those requirements precisely while protecting the elements of your property you want to preserve.
We try to minimize the footprint of our work, but some disruption is unavoidable when moving soil and reshaping grades. During the process, you’ll see soil piles, uneven surfaces, and equipment marks until we complete the final passes.
The property won’t look finished until we complete the final grading and clean up our work area. If you’re planning to seed or landscape afterward, we coordinate our final grades with those plans to ensure everything works together.
We clean up debris and equipment tracks as part of our standard process, leaving you with properly graded surfaces ready for the next phase of your project. Throughout the work, we protect existing features and communicate with you about progress and any adjustments needed.
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