When your construction project starts, you need ground that’s properly prepared, graded to exact specifications, and ready for whatever you’re building. That means no drainage problems cropping up six months later. No foundation issues because the soil wasn’t compacted right. No delays because the previous contractor left the job half-finished.
You get a construction site that’s level, stable, and graded for proper water flow away from your structure. Your concrete crew can pour immediately. Your builder can start framing on schedule. The project moves forward exactly as planned because the groundwork was done right the first time.
We’ve been serving Archdale and the surrounding area since 1997. What started as a logging operation became full-time excavation and grading in 2020, and we’ve been building our reputation one properly prepared site at a time.
Josh is on nearly every job personally, making sure the work meets our standards before we call it complete. We know Archdale’s soil conditions, drainage patterns, and the terrain challenges that can make or break a construction project. When you hire us, you’re working with contractors who’ve graded hundreds of properties in this area and understand exactly what it takes to prepare your specific site correctly.
We start by walking your property to assess exactly what needs to be done. You’ll get a clear estimate that covers everything—no surprise charges or “additional work needed” halfway through the job.
Next, we bring in the right equipment for your project. Whether you need selective clearing around existing structures or complete lot preparation for new construction, we use professional-grade machinery operated by experienced crews who know how to work efficiently without damaging surrounding areas.
Finally, we grade your cleared area to proper specifications, ensure adequate drainage away from your future structure, and remove all debris from your property. You’re left with clean, level ground that’s ready for the next phase of your project. No cleanup required on your end.
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Your grading project includes everything needed to prepare your site for construction. We handle land clearing, stump removal, rough grading, and final grade work to specifications. The soil gets properly compacted in layers to prevent settling under the weight of your structure.
In Archdale, we deal with varied terrain and older properties that often need careful attention to existing drainage patterns. We understand the local soil composition and how water moves through this area during heavy rains. That knowledge goes into every grading plan we execute.
You also get debris removal, proper slope creation for water runoff, and coordination with local regulations. We’re familiar with what permits might be required and can guide you through that process. The end result is a building site that’s ready for your foundation work, properly drained, and compliant with local requirements.
Most residential lot grading projects take 1-3 days, depending on the size of your lot and how much vegetation needs to be cleared. A typical suburban lot with moderate tree coverage usually takes 1-2 days to clear and grade completely.
Larger lots or heavily wooded properties might take 3-5 days. Weather conditions can affect timing—if the ground is too wet, we’ll wait for drier conditions to avoid damaging your property with heavy equipment. We’ll give you a realistic timeline estimate when we assess your specific property so you can plan accordingly.
Land clearing removes trees, brush, and vegetation from your property. Site preparation goes several steps further—it includes the clearing, plus grading the land to proper slope for drainage, compacting the soil in layers for stability, and preparing the ground to meet building requirements.
If you’re planning to build, you’ll typically need the complete site preparation service. This ensures your foundation will be stable and prevents future drainage or settling problems. Site preparation also includes removing all debris and getting your lot ready for the next phase of construction, whether that’s pouring a foundation or installing utilities.
We’re familiar with local regulations in Archdale and can advise you on what permits might be required for your project. Many grading projects do require permits, especially larger jobs or those that affect drainage patterns.
We can guide you through the permit process and make sure our work meets all local requirements. Part of our job is knowing what the local authorities expect to see in terms of drainage, soil stability, and environmental considerations. We’ll handle the technical aspects and make sure everything is done to code so your project passes inspection.
We encounter rock, old foundations, buried debris, and other obstacles regularly in this area. That’s why we do a thorough site assessment before starting work—to identify potential issues and factor them into our timeline and pricing.
If we hit something unexpected during the work, we’ll stop and discuss options with you before proceeding. Sometimes rock can be broken up and removed. Other times it might be more cost-effective to work around it. We’ll explain what we found, what it means for your project, and what the most practical solution is. No surprises or additional charges without your approval first.
Proper drainage starts with understanding how water naturally flows across your property and where it needs to go. We grade your lot so water flows away from your building area in all directions, typically with a minimum 5-10% slope for the first 10 feet away from where your structure will be.
We also consider existing drainage patterns in your neighborhood and make sure our grading doesn’t create problems for neighboring properties. If your lot has specific drainage challenges, we might recommend additional solutions like French drains or culverts. The goal is making sure water moves away from your foundation efficiently, preventing pooling or erosion issues down the road.
Absolutely. We regularly work on properties where homeowners want to preserve certain trees, existing structures, or landscape features. This requires more careful planning and selective clearing, but it’s definitely doable with the right approach.
During our initial site assessment, we’ll identify what you want to keep and plan our clearing and grading work around those features. We use equipment that allows us to work precisely without damaging nearby trees or structures you want to preserve. The key is discussing these requirements upfront so we can factor them into our work plan and make sure your preserved features are properly protected during the project.
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