Grading and Site Preparation
At Sitetrax, we are experts when it comes to grading, excavation and site development services that serve as the foundation of profitable construction projects.
Prior to any box being poured or any blacktop laid, proper land clearing, leveling, and stabilization are required.
That’s where we come in.
Our seasoned crew partners with homeowners, builders, and developers throughout Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, and nearby Southwest Florida areas to help ensure your site prep is accurate and precise; that way, your project will be stable and successful from the very start.
Whether it’s developing a piece of property into the site of your dream home, breaking ground on a commercial development, or simply cleansing a lot to create space for a new driveway, pool, etc., professional grading is crucial.
Bad site preparation can cause drainage problems, moving foundations and expensive delays. At Sitetrax™, we utilize equipment that is built for purpose and methods that are tried and tested, meaning your site will be properly shaped, compacted, and readied for further development.
What Is Grading and Site Prep?
Grading and site preparation refers to lifting or lowering the contours of the land to create a stable, level or intentionally sloped surface that meet the needs of the construction project.
Typically vegetation is cleared, debris is removed, elevation is corrected, fill is placed, and soil is compacted. Both rough grading and final grading are needed to keep a property structurally sound and help cut down on the time a build will take.
Why Does Proper Grading Matter?
Grading is arguably the single most important part of preparing a site to ensure the long-term safety and success of a construction project.
When done right, grading and site preparation allows the land to slope evenly in order to keep water dripping away and prevent puddles, foundation damage, and expensive erosion from occurring over time.
Without efficient grading, even a well constructed building can suffer problems such as flooding, poor drainage, or water seepage.
Aside from being used to control water flow, proper grading serves as the foundation for various structures including houses, driveways, roadways, garages, and patios.
It helps to make sure that the surface is stable, hard, and ready to accommodate construction loads and long-term use. Poorly compacted or uneven soil may cause cracking, settlement, or premature failure of slabs or pavement.
Grading is also a part of compliance with regulations.
Plans and codes may require specific grade changes, slopes, and drainage routes. At Sitetrax™, we know what those specifications mean and how to do them right; so your project passes inspections and remains on time.
Whether you are developing a subdivision or commercial project, correct grading and site preparation is the single most important element in order for you to protect your investment and for everything else to go like planned.
Grading and Site Preparation Services We Offer
Sitetrax™ provides comprehensive grading and site work that can be specifically tailored to fit the needs of any residential or commercial project.
We are here to build a clean, smooth and strong base that takes you to the next stage in your construction or landscaping project.
First comes rough grading, which contours the site by getting rid of highs and lows and preparing it for utilities and foundation.
Final grading is next, smoothing, finishing, and exposing the surface for landscaping, paving or concrete.
We are experienced in grading and drainage, including elevation change and slope alignment to promote adequate flow, reducing erosion over time.
We also perform fill placement and compaction, to create new terrain and to stabilize the soil, making your project work for the materials present at your site by addressing your site’s engineering needs.
For projects with higher requirements for elevation tolerances, we provide laser or precision grading.
We also implement drainage solutions like swales, berms and run-off control to control the flow of stormwater.
Finally, we offer expert grading and site preparation for homes, barns, garages, or whatever structure you need, get your site ready!
Equipment We Use
At Sitetrax™, we have a variety of modern well-maintained heavy equipment that allows us to tackle grading and excavation projects of any size.
That’s thanks in part to our investment in cutting-edge equipment, enabling us to provide you with fast, reliable work, no matter if it’s building your new home or a big commercial development in Southwest Florida.
Our inventory also consists of heavy-duty excavators to dig, trench and clear debris, and bulldozers to move large volumes of land and contour land to precise specs.
Skid steers provide flexibility to navigate smaller spaces, while soil compactors are efficient at consolidating the ground and preparing it for structural support.
For intricate work, Sitetrax™ uses laser-guided grading and site preparation systems for true, precision slopes and elevations to tie up engineering specifications.
And now high-tech solution seems to be lessening margin of human error and increasing efficiency – even on sites that require a high degree of accuracy.
Each and every piece of machinery is managed by a qualified and skilled operator from the Sitetrax™ team.
Our operators know how to maintain the pace without harming the beauty of the surrounding area. Prepping job sites safely, completely and on time just got easier with Sitetrax™.
Site Prep Residential and Commercial
Sitetrax™ offers professional grading and site preparation services to homeowners and buildings sites.
Whether you are clearing land for a custom home on a small residential lot or are overseeing a multi-acre commercial development, we have the expertise, the equipment, and the crew to help you get the job done right.
We are the one stop work force for home owners and especially residential builders with site prep work: including clearing, rough grade, final grade (pad finish), drainage setup and more.
We are invested in your property just like contractors and developers we want the site ready to begin foundation work and we want you to pass your local inspections!
We’re the perfect choice for new homes, additions, detached garages, Cape Coral pools and driveways.
On the commercial front, Sitetrax™ manages larger commercial site development projects for office buildings, warehouses, retail stores and parking facilities.
These positions deal with mass grading, grade control and utiliy access coordination. We specialize in the accelerated time frames and engineering requirements of commercial new construction, and we perform with exacting accuracy.
With so many prepping options, from tailgate to competitor, we help each of our customers evaluate each site and tailor the prepping process to fit the goals of the project.
Every STEP of the way You can trust Sitetrax™. that’s because you’ll be working with an organization that has years of end-to-end development experience.
Our Grading and Site Preparation Process
Sitetrax™ has a detailed, step by step grading and site preparation process completed before your lot is ready, to ensure that you are working with precision, safety and code in mind.
No matter whether the development is domestic or commercial – our established process will maximize productivity and achieve construction readiness.
- Site evaluation and elevation planning: Each project commences with a detailed site visit. We evaluate the current topography, drainage, and plans to create a grading plan that is compliant with both engineering standards and local codes.
- Rough grading and debris removal: With heavy equipment, we alter the lay of the land by clearing away high spots, filling in low areas, and creating rough contours. Any remaining vegetation, roots, or construction debris is also cleared to provide a clean work area.
- Fill placement and compaction: As required, we install approved fill materials as needed to correct the elevation and provide a strong soil base. We use compactors to properly densify, ensuring that your project will continue to uphold its beauty and structure without settlement concerns.
- Final grading and finish work: We refine the surface, finishing edges, ensuring proper slope for drainage and a level base for construction, paving or landscaping.
- Inspection & hand off to your builder/contractor: After grading is finished,we walk the property to verify that the site meets the specification and is fully prepared for the next phase in the development process.
Why Use Sitetrax™ For Site Grading and Preparation?
The company that prepares your site and grades your development can mean the difference between a successful project or disaster.
With Sitetrax™, we provide the know-how, tools, and expertise to ensure your site is prepped correctly, from the ground up — on time, up to-spec, and on-budget.
Our staff has hands-on knowledge of Florida’s wide range of and often difficult soil types.
From sandy beach lots to stubborn inland clay sites, we know how to grade and compact land to ensure proper drainage and structural needs are met. We are also experts on the local permitting, zoning ordinances and environmental rules, ensuring your projects stays in compliance and is not delayed due to permitting.
What makes Sitetrax™ unique is our dedication to dependable scheduling and communication.
We partner with homeowners, builders, and developers closely to line up schedules and make a smooth transition between land prep and building.
Whether you need a small pad for a single residence or a large commercial grading job, our state-of-the-art equipment and experienced crews have you covered.
Fully Bonded and Insured Sitetrax™ is the company you can count on for your site prep needs, in Southwest Florida. When you want it done right the first time, we’re the guys to call.
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