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Orlando/Kissimmee Earthwork, Land Clearing & Paving

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Proper excavation and site clearing is vital for a successful project here in Central Florida. The foundation is a vital part of any type of building, from a housing subdivision to a medical complex or even a parking lot. Considerable skill, training, and the right equipment is necessary for a foundation that will stand the test of time. 

It All Starts With A Stable Foundation

The foundation is responsible for supporting hundreds of thousands of pounds.  It also needs to stay dry, remain level, and resist changes in the weather, such as our intense heat and torrential downpours. Don’t forget the many tons the foundation itself weighs. Which means the ground must be carefully prepared and excavated to withstand the stress. 

Every Property Is Unique

The excavation process must be carefully planned and executed. Every property is different, they all have unique characteristics that must be examined and taken into consideration. Such as, moisture, water table, soil stability, and quality of the backfill. 

For those properties with a high water table, they may require protection at the base to safeguard the foundation from water damage. 

Swell Construction Is A Step Above

Identifying any potential issues and taking the necessary steps for a successful foundation is what the team at Swell Construction takes pride in doing. Our skilled and experienced excavators take a tactical approach to every project. 

In fact, we go to great lengths to employ only the brightest and the best in the industry. We believe this professional approach brings the diligence and expertise that makes our team a step above the rest. Combined with our advanced equipment, innovative designs, and attention to details, ensures we deliver a seamless and efficient job. Our results are rock solid!

Contact Swell Construction Group today and find out why we are the premier land clearing and excavation service in Central Florida.

Partner With the Central Florida; Excavation, Site Clearing & Paving Service

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When it comes to starting a new project, whether it is a single family home or an entire community of them, it all starts with excavation and site clearing. It is also one of the most important. In fact the quality of the excavation can determine the success of the project. 

This is why it is so important to choose a knowledgeable and experienced team to handle your excavation. To ensure it is properly done, here are a few guidelines. 

Erosion Management 

This is a critical element here in Central Florida. If not done properly, controlling erosion and stormwater management can easily cause delays and even shut a project down. Taking steps such as installing silt fencing and removing the layer of topsoil, to ensure it won’t get washed away during an afternoon rainstorm. Causing massive delays and damaging the construction site.

Site Management 

To avoid delays, the sequence of preparations should not be overlooked. Steps should be taken before construction begins to plan out creating entrances, access roads, and fill piles. 

Utility Lines Management 

Underground utility lines, such as gas, water, sewer lines, and fiber optics should all be located and taken into account before excavation begins. The last thing you want is costly disruptions. 

Maximizing the Weather 

Knowing the weather patterns in Florida and understanding how to capitalize on them goes a long way when it comes to operations. 

Maintaining Good Communication

Timely and good communication between contractors and other project teams is vital. Misunderstandings and serious delays result with poor communications. 

Central Florida Area Excavation and Site Clearing Experts 

When it comes to site development projects in Central Florida, Orlando, Kissimmee, Clermont, Lady Lake, whether it is land clearing, grading, earthwork, excavation, paving and storm water and utility systems installed, it is vital to choose the right company. 

There is a Lot at Stake 

It is important to choose a local company who understands the environment, professional, one that builds relationships within the community, has skilled personnel, the right equipment, and is proud to provide quality finished projects. That’s our goal at Swell Construct

Osceola Land Development; SiteClearing & Excavation

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Starting a new construction project here in Central Florida, Orlando, Kissimmee or Lady Lake, is very exciting, but also stressful! Before the process of building even starts, there are lots of decisions to be made. 

A very important decisions is which excavation company are you going to hire. Choosing the wrong service could be a costly mistake. Taking your stress to a whole new level, with, delays, inconveniences, unwanted added expenses, disastrous miscalculations and oversights. 

Need to Hire an Excavation Service, Try These Time Tested Tips

 Sure, you can go on-line search and for a local excavation, site clearing, earthwork, or paving and get pages and pages of results. But which one should you choose? 

Website

Make sure they have a credible website, check out a showcase of their actual work, and read some of their reviews. 

Experience 

Ensure the company has experience with your type of project. This type of work is very important and needs to be done right. If not you can have serious problems down the road. 

You can also ask if you can contact a previous customer and see what their experience was like. 

Equipment 

To do a quality job you need the right equipment. Make sure the company you choose owns and maintains the necessary equipment. 

Licensing 

It is vital the excavation contractor has the proper licensing. Just in case some type of legal issue ever comes about. They will also need the proper licensing and experience to operate the equipment. 

Communication

Communication is key to a successful project.  Collaborating with other professionals working on the projects. As well as, making sure all field personnel will be equipped with the latest equipment and communication systems necessary to complete the job on time and to specifications.

You Can Count on Swell Construction

As a leader in the industry, Swell Construction has built its reputation on service, performance and quality. From the first contact with the Estimating team to the contract, to the final walk through on a project… the team is there for the client

Orlando/Kissimmee; Cost of Excavation & Site Development

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Quality excavation and site clearing is vital to any construction project here in Central Florida. Without it, foundations can fail, causing cracks, shifts, and even sinking into the ground. Today’s homes and businesses a heavier than ever before, the foundation needs to be able to support the building, stone countertops, flooring, and everything it contains. 

The foundation should be sturdy and strong enough to last forever, this takes a quality excavation service. 

For instance, if the backfill bordering the foundation is too wet, the moisture will be absorbed by the concrete. Which will in turn cause a host of problems such as cracks and leaks. 

Rushing the process and not adhering to all the local building codes and restrictions can really set a project back. Both in time and financially. The professionals at Swell Construction take all the details into consideration, the distance between overhead power lines, fences, easement, and such. Small mistakes now turn into big repairs later. 

During the excavation and site clearing process it is vital that all the tree roots are removed where foundations will be poured. Removing just the stump just won’t do. In our tropical climate roots will continue to grow and damage the foundation. 

Complete site development takes proper heavy equipment. This should be done by an experienced team. Soil, rocks, and debris need to be properly removed. Displaced soil can cause landslides and collapsed walls. 

How much will it cost?

While there are many variables when it comes to cost, Swell Construction Group is proud to have the reputation of performing quality work, coming in under budget, and on schedule. 

From the first contact with the Estimating team to the contract, to the final walk through on a project, the team at Swell Construction is there for our client. Our state-of-the-art estimating software system takes the guesswork out of proposal preparation and ensure the accuracy and fast response required by Owners. Our team is ready to work with Owners, Engineers and Municipalities on all aspects of a proposal in order to get the project to the next level, which is Project Management.

Contact Swell Construction Group for More Information

Site Development, Grading, Land Clearing, Excavation

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Whether you are breaking ground on a new Orlando, Kissimmee, or Clermont subdivision, business, or single family home, quality land grading is more important than you think. 

There is water just about everywhere here in Central Florida. From the lakes and ponds, to the daily torrential downpours. All that rain water has to go somewhere and it should be away from your building. Water drainage probably isn’t something that comes to mind when you drive by an office complex or beautiful housing subdivision, but when the land isn’t graded properly, the water damage can be significant. 

When the land isn’t graded properly water can flow towards a building. When water pools around a foundation the pressure can result in cracks and structural damage. Threatening the structural integrity of the building. 

This standing water also encourages insect infestation and contributes to the breeding of mosquitoes. 

Grading ensures water is being diverted correctly, which prevents land erosion and proper drainage. Whether it is a system of pitch angles, piping or swales, it can prevent flooding and a lot of headaches. It also takes neighboring properties into consideration, protecting them from flooding. 

Grading sets the tone for the entire construction project 

Starting with a topographic survey, then initiate a plan. To prevent erosion of the soil, a ‘buffer zone’ should be established. 

A local professional grading service will know the current regulations that need to be followed. 

Back fill around the building’s foundation is also important. Too little and you can end up with an insect and termite problem and too much and you have serious issues with moisture. 

Proper grading also sets the foundation for beautiful landscaping. The aesthetics of the completed project will come together when grading is finished. 

It is important to hire a expert grading service 

The foundation for any Central Florida construction project is site development. From excavation, clearing, to land planning, maximizing usable land and creating a secure and stable site for your construction site is what the seasoned professionals at Swell Construction has been doing for 30 plus years. 

Our experience, innovation, leadership, and commitment, ensures we will exceed your expectations. Working on a project from initiation ensures a higher level of planning, a solid foundation, and in compliance with all local regulations. 

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 

Swell Construction Group Inc.

1726 West Broadway Street

Oviedo, FL. 32765