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Orlando/Kissimmee Excavation; Save Money & Time

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Land development here in Central Florida has a bit of a notorious reputation. The condition of the land, characteristics of the soil, and municipal hurdles can present challenges.  Not only can they be difficult to navigate, they can be frustrating and derail schedules. 

Choosing the right excavation and site clearing service, such as Swell Construction Group, means the process will be as efficient as possible. 

What is hidden beneath the soil 

Contaminated soil, hazards, toxins, even remains have been found hiding under the soil. Depending on what is found, it will have to be handled accordingly to local regulations. 

Topography 

Grading, soil composition, below grade rock, and drainage, can all affect the site clearing process. 

Permitting 

Obtaining the proper permits can be frustrating and time consuming. 

Topography 

Often time the topography has been altered during excavation to accommodate the construction. This affects the drainage, utilities, and paving. 

Prepare the Site for Construction

Preparing the site for constructions is much more than just moving materials and adding dirt.  The soil is responsible for supporting construction. Depending on the type of soil, after it is compacted it can posses different qualities. The precise movements and calculations are crucial to ensure quality results. 

Excavation and land clearing may seem simple enough, but it requires a team of experts who understand Central Florida’s soil conditions, weather, and the environment. The ground itself needs to able to withstand the weight of the buildings as well as the construction materials, while the drainage needs to solve problems, not create them, as well as be responsible for the surrounding areas.

Swell Construction Group is Central Florida’s leading ‘one stop shop’ for all your construction site prep work. We ensure every step of the process is done according to the  requires specifics and with quality.

Contact Swell Construction for more information on your next project 

Excavation & Earthwork To Keep Your Central Florida Project On Track

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Ensuring your land clearing, site preparation, excavation, grading or paving project in  Central Florida stays on schedule is important. Meeting deadlines can be challenging, just a small delay and cause the timeline to be thrown off course. 

The timeline keeps the construction project on schedule, from planning, preparing the land, and design and building phase. It can also, affect the budget. 

How To Keep Your Construction Project On Track

Create a Timeline That is Realistic and Have a Contingency Plan 

Every detail of the construction process requires sufficient time, so that it can be completed successfully and safely.

Allocating an extra day for problems such as unexpected poor weather and unavailable resources, which can easily hinder a schedule.

These issues can be quickly resolved with a contingency plan.

Carefully Hire Experienced Professionals 

Finding the right team of professionals is crucial. This couldn’t be more accurate when it comes to site preparation. Land clearing, grading, excavation, stormwater and utility installation system, and paving, must be done efficiently and with great attention to detail, to ensure a successful project. Hiring a reputable company is vital. 

Clear Communication 

A good foundation for any construction project is clear communication. Miscommunication inevitably leads to unnecessary delays and costly mistakes. Clearly outlined roles and expectation will prevent derailment.

There are many steps when it comes to preparing a site for construction, depending on the location, size and scope of the project. This process involves clearing the land of vegetation and following any environmental regulations. Excavation of rocks and soil, to clear the site. Establishing a storm water channel and drainage system. Installing a utility system and paving.

Each of these steps requires specific equipment to ensure the job gets done right. Swell Construction Group is Central Florida’s leading ‘one stop shop’ for all your construction site prep work.

Since we own all of our equipment (over 130 pieces of heavy equipment), we ensure each one is properly maintained, which means you can depend on us for efficient and prompt excavation work.

Contact Swell Construction for more information on your next project 

Kissimmee & Orlando Site Clearing & Excavation

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Commercial construction here in Central Florida typically involves some type of excavation or site clearing component. This land preparation is crucial to the success of the overall project. This involves clearing any trees, brush, dirt, rocks, and debris from the construction site. 

Once cleared, the land is excavated, where the dirt is moved according the plans. Filling in any low or high areas. Ensuring proper drainage and also digging trenches for utilities. 

What does land clearing involve?

There are a number of processes that encompass land clearing. Depending on the toys of construction and the condition of the land. This includes clearing out any unwanted trees and brush, rocks, unnecessary rubble, any hazardous debris, and structures. 

The next step is land excavation 

Once the land is cleared, the next step is excavation. Besides moving dirt around with precise analysis, to ensure enough depth for a solid foundation. It also ensures the dirt will be able to support the structure and compaction test are complete, this ensures a solid foundation. 

Why does land clearing and excavation matter?

Both land clearing and excavation are crucial for a strong foundation. With proper planning of earthworks, the project will have as little hindrances as possible. Which means a timely completion and fewer set backs.

Soil analysis

Before beginning excavation and stabilization the soil must be tested. This will establish how much weight the ground can support. Ensuring it is feasible to construct the building where the project designates. 

Soil analysis also establishes the settlement rate of the soil. This is important because it will determine the length and depth of the structure’s pillars. 

Swell Construction Is Your Go To Excavation and Sitework Services

Swell Construction understands your project, no matter how small or big, is unique. Which is why we create a plan specifically tailored to your project, with efficiency, safety, and environmental protection in mind. 

Slope in Land Grading; What You Need to Know

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Water runoff can easily compromise a home or business’s foundation here in Central Florida. Land grading is an important part of site clearing and earthworks. 

What is grading 

Site grading is the term engineers use for leveling the land to fulfill the specification of the project. The slope of the land is considered the “grade”.

The grading process takes place in the beginning stages of construction. Taking into account the soil composition, the water retention and soil density, grading takes experience and the right equipment.

What is slope for drainage?

Our intense thunderstorms and hurricanes, create a significant amount of water runoff. The laws of gravity dictate the runoff will flow downhill. 

If the land grading isn’t properly accomplished, all this water runoff can end up pooling around the foundation. Which can cause serious issues down the road. 

The best slope for proper drainage moves water from buildings and homes. Typically, a 5% slope or at least 6 inches higher than the first 10 feet from the foundation. 

Property grading 

Most properties need land modification, creating the proper slopes and angels for drainage. This entails carefully moving the soil around the property to sculpt the appropriate slope. 

Erosion 

Erosion and sediment can also cause damage to property, downstream channels, and to the local area water. If not planned correctly, it can cause flooding, fill, drainage ditches, storm drains, damages and lower water quality. 

Grading is responsible for creating a solid foundation. Building are very heavy and need to remain structurally sound for many years, a strong foundation is necessary for this to happen. 

Costly damages happen when water doesn’t drain properly. Cracks and structural impairments can result when the property isn’t properly graded. Water should never be allowed to pool around the foundation. Proper grading also discourages erosion of the land. 

When your grading is properly performed it addresses a ‘buffer zone’ of vegetation, current regulations, and backfill around the foundation.  If not, erosion, foundation and moisture issues, termites, and even legal problems can develop.

The success and overall integrity of your project depends on properly preparing the property for construction.  This phase is too important to leave to just any company, it takes experience, the right equipment, appropriate licensing and insurance. 

When you choose Swell Construction you can be sure to get the highest quality, professionalism, and great customer service. 

Orlando & Kissimmee Excavation & Land Clearing For A Solid Foundation

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Are you starting a construction project here in Central Florida, a commercial site or new house? To ensure a solid foundation, you need quality excavation. This will ensure proper drainage of water runoff and prevent damage caused by nature and weather. 

What are pre-construction excavation services and why are they important?

What is excavation?

The process of moving soil, rocks, earth, and other materials are considered excavation. It serves many purposes, such as trenching, earthwork, tunneling and wall shafts. 

Why is excavation important?

A good foundation is more than just concrete. The land needs to be able to support the infrastructure for decades without any issues. Before the foundation is even established, the soil stability, moisture, water table and quietly of the backfill, need to be assessed. This will ensure foundation problems such as separation and braking will be prevented. 

Types of excavation

Site clearing

Site clearing is the first step of many construction projects. It involves clearing the land, removing unwanted brush, trees, boulders, rock, debris, and earth. 

Site preparation 

Heavy equipment and excavation tools are used to prepare the land. This ensures the soil and drainage are both properly prepared.

Trenching and drainage 

This includes trenches being dug for drain and sewer pipes. 

Subgrade Stabilization 

To ensure there won’t be any issues in the future, proper backfill techniques are essential. To prevent any foundation problems, such as, pumping, settling, and heaving, the soil needs to reach an optimal consistency by moisture conditioning and for optimal stability the earth needs to be compacted properly. 

Erosion Control and Shoring

Erosion damage and flooding are big issues here in Central Florida. Without the right moisture control, one of our afternoon rainstorms will wreak havoc on your project.

There are many aspects that go into the excavation and site development. Swell Construction Group is a trusted site development group in Central Florida. We provide services in land clearing, grading, earthwork, excavation, paving and storm water and utility systems installation.

We ensure our work is the highest quality and the finished job exceeds your expectations. Whether your project consists of a single home, parking lot, or a housing subdivision, we have the equipment, experience, and skill, to get the job done right! 

Our goal at Swell Construction is to provide our clients with cost effective solutions for their project.

Swell Construction Group Inc.

1726 West Broadway Street

Oviedo, FL. 32765