Your project moves forward without the costly setbacks that come from shortcuts during site preparation. Proper grading prevents the basement flooding that happens when water doesn’t drain away from your foundation correctly. Your building pad meets exact specifications so there’s no settling or shifting down the road.
You get clean property lines and stable ground that’s ready for whatever comes next. When your foundation contractor shows up, they can start immediately instead of dealing with problems the previous guy left behind.
We’ve been serving Glens Falls since 1997, starting as a logging business before transitioning to full-time excavation in 2020. That logging background gives us an edge when it comes to land clearing and understanding how to work with the mature hardwoods and rocky terrain that define this area.
Josh is present on almost every job because quality matters more than speed. We’re building relationships with customers who need an excavator they can trust for years to come. When you call us, you’re working with people who live and work in this community.
We walk your property together first, identifying exactly what needs to be cleared and discussing drainage requirements for your specific project. We mark utilities and point out potential issues before they become problems.
Next comes the clearing work – removing trees and brush, grinding stumps below grade, and hauling away all debris. No burn piles, no cleanup headaches for you. Then we handle the grading to establish proper drainage patterns and create the level surface your project requires.
The rocky soil conditions common around Glens Falls get special attention to ensure your site is prepared correctly the first time. Everything’s included in one coordinated process.
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Your grading project includes tree and brush removal, stump grinding, debris removal, rough and finish grading, and drainage planning. We handle rock removal when needed and coordinate with utility marking requirements.
In Glens Falls, proper drainage is critical because of our elevation changes and soil conditions. We grade your site so water moves away from building areas toward appropriate drainage points. If your project requires specific elevations for foundations or septic systems, we coordinate that work during the grading process.
You don’t have to manage multiple contractors or worry about whether everyone’s on the same page. We take care of the complete site preparation and leave you with a construction-ready property.
Most residential lots in Glens Falls take 2-4 days for complete grading and site preparation, depending on the size and how heavily wooded the property is. A typical quarter-acre lot with moderate tree coverage usually takes about 2 days.
The timeline can extend if we encounter challenging terrain, extensive rock removal, or if you need selective clearing around mature trees you want to preserve. We’ll give you a realistic timeframe during our initial site visit based on your property’s actual conditions.
The rocky soil and mature hardwoods that make Glens Falls beautiful also make grading more complex. Our terrain has elevation changes and drainage challenges that require local expertise to handle properly.
We’ve been working with these soil conditions for years and understand how water moves across properties in this area. The rocky terrain requires different equipment and approaches than you’d use in areas with sandy or clay soil. That’s why experience with local conditions matters so much.
We help you understand what permits are typically needed for grading in Glens Falls and can guide you through the process. We always call Dig Safe to mark utilities before starting any work, and we coordinate carefully around existing septic systems, wells, or other underground infrastructure.
For projects that require environmental compliance, we understand the local requirements and make sure our work meets those standards. We’ve handled the permitting process for numerous projects in the area and can help you avoid common pitfalls.
All debris removal is included in our grading service. We haul away brush, logs, and stumps to appropriate disposal sites – some larger logs may go to local mills if they’re suitable for lumber. Brush and smaller material gets properly disposed of at approved sites.
You don’t have to worry about burn piles or finding places to dump material. We leave your property clean and ready for construction with no debris piles to deal with. Stump grinding goes deep enough that you won’t have problems with your foundation work later.
Proper drainage planning is essential for any grading project in Glens Falls because of our terrain and soil conditions. We don’t just level your lot – we grade it so water drains away from building areas and toward appropriate drainage points.
During our site assessment, we identify potential drainage issues and plan the grading work to prevent water problems later. If your project requires specific slopes for foundations or septic systems, we coordinate that work during the grading process to ensure everything works together properly.
Yes, selective clearing is something we do regularly. We can work around mature trees you want to preserve, though it requires more precision and sometimes affects pricing. The key is identifying which trees to save before we start.
Construction activity near preserved trees requires careful planning to avoid damaging root systems. We’ll walk through your priorities during the site visit and explain what’s realistic for your specific situation. Our logging background gives us good judgment about which trees are worth preserving and which ones pose future risks.
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