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Commercial Central Florida Excavation and Site Clearing

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Every successful construction project starts with diligent preparation, every commercial and residential building’s  future depend on it. A process that requires a team of professionals working together. 

All projects are unique, but they all have the same basic rules. It is necessary to be familiar with all the Federal, state, and local rules. Including, all the regulations, permits, and especial prep documents governing the construction project. With strict EPA guidelines and rules put in place to keep the surrounding area safe and healthy. Minimizing the disruption of the ecosystems, wildlife and infrastructure throughout the project. 

Land Investigation and Soil Testing

Analyzing and testing the soil is vital. Understanding the type of soil, the composition and strength are necessary to ensure the soil will be able to support the structure. 

Whether that means bringing in new soil or compacting the existing soil to compensating for a weakness. While taking great care controlling sediment and preventing soil erosion.

Site Plan Development 

A site plan contains the raw state and after excavation. Including project boundaries, natural topography, placement of utilities, roads, and other important information. A safe entry and exit for construction teams, as well as, material deposit areas. 

Create a Timeline  

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.

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 

Orlando/Kissimmee Excavation & Site Work; It’s More Than Moving Dirt Around

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When starting on any construction job, whether you are in Orlando, Windermere, Kissimmee, Osceola, Volusia, or even the Villages in Lake County, you want everything to go smoothly. 

It is exciting to start a new project, but when things start going awry, the fun quickly fades, creating setbacks and delays.

Swell Construction is Central Florida’s premier excavation company. We take pride in quality land clearing, grading, earthwork, excavation, paving and storm water and utility systems installation, to get your project done under budget and on time! 

Professional land clearing means fewer frustrating setbacks and no future problems. For best the experienced excavation team at Swell Construction is committed to delivering the ideal result, even in the toughest terrain conditions. 

Excavation and site development in Central Florida is more than taking down some trees and moving dirt around. 

Site Management

There are many projects going on in Central Florida, it is important to understand the location of the development site. A successful excavation establishes appropriate entrances and exists around the job site, how it will affect traffic, the location of their fill pile, and other considerations. 

Erosion Control

The natural process of erosion can be escalated by the development of land. Central Florida has a history of intense rain, flooding, and high winds, impacting how land is properly excavated and developed.

Tree Clearing and brush removal : Trees in Florida thrive in all of our sun and rain. Which makes removing them very labor intensive.  It takes proper equipment and an experienced crew. 

Stump Removal: Stump can create major problems for contractors and developers, proper removal is vital to any project.

Grading: To ensure the success of your project, it requires a level base, designed angles and slopes.

Fill Export/Import: Land clearing also includes removing excess soil or brining more onto the site. Ensuring there aren’t any safety hazards or major inconveniences. 

Kissimmee Land Clearing, Earthwork, Excavation & Paving

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Site prep or development in Central Florida encompasses a wide range of preliminary work, excavation, land clearing, grading, earthwork, excavation, paving and storm water and utility systems installation.

This important step is essential to ensure safe buildings, stable foundation, and a healthy environment. 

What is involved in preparing a property for construction?

Geotechnical investigation requires testing of the soil. Here in Florida we have many types of soils with different composition and strength. Soil can in vary significantly on a single property. 

Testing the soil determines the type of soil, whether it is strong enough to stand up to construction. The soil is analyzed, a report is drafted, detailing any issues and the actions required to establish sufficient foundational support. 

Field testing is also necessary to ensure all the recommendations and specifications from the design and soil report are met. 

Sediment and Erosion Control 

Florida has certain requirements when it comes to erosion control. Surface runoff, prevent flooding, water pollution, and soil loss, erosion control should be done by experts who definitely know what they are doing!

Land Clearing 

Land clearing includes removing any brush, trees, existing structures. This requires specific equipment to ensure the job is done right. This also creates a flat, secure surface for construction, which is vital for long term stability. 

Land Grading

This ensures the ground is reshaped to the planned grades. Proper drainage is imperative for any property in Florida, of which land grading plays an important role. It also helps control sedimentation, soil erosion, and surface runoff.  Improper grading can result in increase peak flows, high runoff, poor drainage, and flooding. If the ground is left at levels that are inappropriate, it disturbs the natural patterns of the storm water and can cause a huge, costly mess.

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 

What Goes Into Site Clearing & Excavation In Orlando & Kissimmee

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In continuing with last week’s blog on Green construction, most projects starts with excavation and site clearing. Construction developments are quickly becoming aware of both the financial and environmental benefits of green construction methods. 

Swell Construction is proud to partner with developers and those in the construction industry to develop cost effective projects that benefit our community. We promote socially responsible and eco-friendly practices with all of our projects. 

Excavation and site clearing entails multiple steps. Carefully taking many factors into account to ensure the land is strong enough for the planned foundations, is the first step for environmentally friendly construction.

What Goes Into Preparing a Site For Construction?

Step 1: Testing the Soil

It is important to understand what type of soil the land contains. The soils ability to withstand a structure and absorb water impacts the overall success of the project. 

Step 2: Land Clearing 

Clearing the land and getting the ground ready for building typically includes removing unwanted debris, trees, shrubs, and dirt. 

Step 3: Planning The Design 

During this phase professionals partner together to plan the placement of buildings and roads, install drainage systems and utilities. 

Step 4: Site Investigation

To ensure the highest level of quality, our team will analyze the soil, rocks, and groundwater. Taking all this into account to create an updated plan. 

Step 5: Grading and Compaction 

Drainage and land grading is especially important here in Central Florida. It drives water away from the foundation, deterring any foundation and flooding issues. 

This phase requires an experienced team and the right equipment. After all, compaction of the soil is responsible for supporting the building, so it needs to be done with the utmost accuracy. 

Preparing a site for construction requires careful planning and quality work. If a company cuts corners, you can end up with costly damages down the road. 

Partner with a leader in the industry, contact Swell Construction today. 

Site Development, Excavation & Land Clearing in Central Florida

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A green environment is more important than ever in Central Florida. As a leading excavation and land clearing service, Swell Construction is dedicated to maintaining an environmentally friendly site development, carefully performed services, and adhere to proper testing and functionality to ensure high efficient work to eliminate excess waste. All while allowing the most cost effective site contracting services, land clearing, grading, earthwork, excavation, paving and storm water and utility systems installation.

Green construction starts at the planning phase of every project and involves the design, development, and construction. Using several methods to reduce any negative impact on the environment. 

How is Swell Construction Contributing to the Green Building Initiative?

Land Clearing 

Excavation is responsible for clearing the land of any debris, rocks, brush and unwanted trees. The land is then leveled according to the design plan for a stable foundation. 

In the excavation process there are three phases of land grading

Rough Excavation Grading

For new projects, such as housing developments, medical communities, and newly constructed buildings, the process begins with shaping the land, backfill the soil, and initiating the drainage. 

Swell Construction has over 130 pieces of heavy equipment and best excavation tools. You can rest assure the equipment used on your project is well serviced, running in great shape, and up to perform the task. This safeguards against any time wasted and staying on budget for the project. 

Final Excavation Grading 

This second phase encompasses grading land away from the foundation of the building. Ensuring accurate function and implementation of the drainage flow lines. 

For an accurate slope and swale a skid steer is used for fine grading projects, ensuring operative drainage. With our skilled excavation team on the job, accurate and precise grades are achieved. 

Engineered Certified Final Grades

The grade is check with a laser level to guarantee accurate percent grade, ensuring they are Engineered Certified 

At Swell Construction, we make your project happen. Contact us for more information and don’t forget to check back with us more next week about our Green Initiative.

Swell Construction Group Inc.

1726 West Broadway Street

Oviedo, FL. 32765