You get a construction site that’s properly graded, drains correctly, and passes inspection the first time. No water pooling around your foundation. No settling issues that crack walls later. No delays because the groundwork wasn’t done right.
Your foundation contractor shows up to level, stable ground with proper drainage already established. Your project timeline stays on track because the site preparation was handled by professionals who understand Adirondack soil conditions and seasonal challenges.
The result is a building site that supports your investment for decades, not one that creates expensive problems you’ll be fixing for years.
We’ve been serving the Adirondack region since 1997, transitioning to full-time excavation and grading in 2020. We’re a family business where owner Josh is present on almost every job to ensure quality.
We understand the unique challenges of working in Adirondack terrain – from rocky soil conditions to seasonal weather windows that don’t leave room for mistakes. Our approach focuses on building lasting relationships with customers rather than competing on price alone.
When you work with us, you’re getting local expertise backed by professional equipment and the kind of personal attention that comes from a business invested in this community.
We start with a thorough site evaluation to understand your property’s natural drainage patterns, soil conditions, and project requirements. This includes identifying potential obstacles before they become expensive surprises.
Next, we establish the proper grades using GPS-guided equipment for precision. Whether you need rough grading for foundation work or finish grading for landscaping, we calculate the slopes needed for optimal drainage and foundation support.
Throughout the process, you know exactly what’s happening and when. We handle permit requirements, coordinate with your other contractors, and complete the work with full site cleanup included. The job isn’t finished until your site is ready for the next phase of construction.
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Your grading project includes comprehensive site evaluation, precise grade establishment, and proper drainage planning. We handle everything from initial land clearing and tree removal to final grading that meets your project specifications.
In Adirondack’s challenging terrain, proper grading is especially critical. Rocky soil conditions and clay-heavy areas require equipment and expertise that can handle these challenges efficiently. We understand local drainage patterns and seasonal water issues that can affect your construction project.
Our service covers permit assistance, utility location and marking, soil stabilization where needed, and complete debris removal. You get transparent pricing upfront, professional equipment operated by experienced crews, and a site that’s truly construction-ready when we’re done.
Most residential grading projects in Adirondack take 1-3 days depending on the size of your property and the complexity of drainage requirements. A simple lot preparation for new home construction might be completed in a day, while larger properties with challenging soil conditions or extensive drainage work can take several days.
Weather plays a significant role in our timeline. We can’t do quality grading work in muddy conditions because it compromises the final result and can create drainage problems later. Adirondack’s seasonal weather windows, especially during spring mud season, can affect scheduling.
We provide realistic timeframes upfront based on your specific property conditions, soil type, and project scope. Our equipment ownership means we control the schedule and aren’t waiting for rental equipment or subcontractors to be available.
Adirondack terrain presents unique challenges that require local expertise and proper equipment. You’ll find everything from loose sandy soils near water sources to dense clay deposits that need specialized handling. Rocky soil conditions are common, and we regularly encounter buried obstacles like old foundations or large rock formations.
Clay-heavy soils don’t drain as quickly, making drainage planning especially important to prevent water pooling around structures. Rocky areas may require different approaches and equipment to achieve proper grades without damaging surrounding areas you want to preserve.
Seasonal conditions add another layer of complexity. Spring mud season and winter weather limit when heavy equipment can access sites effectively. We understand these local conditions and adjust our methods accordingly, which prevents costly mistakes and keeps your project moving forward on schedule.
We assist with the permit process and make sure all work meets local Adirondack requirements. Part of doing business in this area is understanding what’s required and getting it done right the first time.
Permit requirements vary based on your project scope. Small residential grading projects often don’t require permits, while larger excavation work or projects near wetlands typically do. We can tell you what’s usually required for your specific situation and provide the technical information needed for permit applications.
We make sure our work meets local code requirements regardless of the permit situation. Our experience with local regulations means fewer delays and no surprises during inspections. When permits are required, we coordinate the timing so your project stays on schedule.
We discuss potential issues during our initial site assessment, but unexpected conditions like buried debris, rock formations, or utility conflicts can still arise. When this happens, we stop work and explain your options and associated costs before proceeding with anything beyond the original scope.
This approach prevents surprise charges and ensures you’re comfortable with how we handle unexpected situations. Common issues in Adirondack include larger rock formations that need special equipment, old foundations or debris that require removal, or soil conditions that need stabilization.
Our local experience means we can often anticipate potential problems during the planning phase. We’ve dealt with everything from saturated clay to bedrock situations and know how to adjust our approach accordingly. This experience helps minimize surprises and keeps your project moving forward efficiently.
Proper drainage starts with understanding how water naturally moves across your property during heavy rains. We evaluate your site’s natural slope, soil type, and existing drainage patterns to design grading that directs water away from structures and prevents pooling in unwanted areas.
Generally, we establish a minimum 2% slope away from buildings, but the specific grade depends on your property’s characteristics and local drainage patterns. We also consider where the water goes after it leaves your immediate area – there’s no point creating drainage that just pushes problems downstream or to neighbors.
In Adirondack’s clay-heavy soils, drainage planning is especially critical because water doesn’t absorb as quickly. We may recommend French drains, create swales, or adjust grades to eliminate low spots where water could pool. Our goal is creating drainage that works with your land’s natural characteristics, not against them.
Rough grading establishes the basic shape and drainage patterns for your site. This is the heavy work – moving large amounts of soil to create general elevations and slopes your project needs. It happens early in construction, typically before foundation work begins.
Finish grading comes later and creates the precise, smooth surface required for the next construction phase. Whether you need exact elevations for a foundation or general grading for landscaping areas, finish grading delivers the final contours around your completed structure.
Most construction projects need both phases, and the timing depends on your construction schedule. We handle both types of grading and coordinate timing with your other contractors. Our GPS-guided equipment ensures we achieve the exact grades needed for each phase of your project.
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