Site Development, Grading, Land Clearing, Excavation

August 17, 2019

By:Wes

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

Kissimmee Construction Site Development; Cost Effective Land Grading

June 10, 2019

By:Wes

Excavation, land grading, proper drainage, are all things that should come to mind when you start construction on a piece of property. Whether it is a large subdivision, business or a single family home, properly preparing your site is an important step.

Why is Land Grading so Important?

Land grading 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.

A solid foundation is essential for a successful project

Water is prevalent here in Central Florida. 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.

Set the Tone for the Rest of the Project

Whether it is new construction or an existing building, having a plan established by a professional ensures your project won’t have problems in the future. 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.

Swell Construction is a leading full service site development in Central Florida, we specialize in earthwork, excavation, land clearing, land grading, storm water, utility system installation, paving, and much more.

With over 30 years of experience and over 130 pieces of heavy equipment, we can tackle any project! Construction Group, we feel our responsibility to provide our customers with a quality-finished project. This is achieved by having highly skilled personnel in all positions within our company.

Contact Swell Construction for an estimate, we ensure top quality work in an efficient, timely, and a cost effective manner.

Orlando, Osceola Excavation, Earth Work, Site Development

April 25, 2019

By:Wes

Hiring an excavation and earthwork company in Central Florida there is a lot at stake and it shouldn’t be taken lightly. Choosing the wrong company for your project can mean jeopardizing safety and finance.

Why choose the professionalism and experience of Swell Construction Group

You may not realize it, but there is a lot that can go wrong

From not managing the site correctly, not having the right equipment, not utilizing the space correctly, no matter how small or large.

Evaluating the soil is very important, as well as the surrounding structures, site clean up, and assessing the dangers to ensure the job is done right.

If not, it won’t take long before the site is a costly mess.

Experience and professionalism

Experience and professionalism isn’t something should be compromised. An established company with a strong work ethic and a long culture of safety is worth looking for.

Unforeseen problems tend to happen

Changes in specification to the job, uncharted pipes, confronted with wildlife or hazardous materials, unpredictable weather, the list goes on and on. It’s the company with experience that ensure the project goes off without a hitch. The last thing you want is for an unexpected problem to end up delaying the project.

Environmental concerns and neighboring properties need to be taken into consideration. As well as the different soil conditions in Central Florida. Soil failure and drainage problems can lead to serious dangers.

As a leading full service site development in Central Florida, Swell Construction Group, we feel our responsibility to provide our customers with a quality-finished project. This is achieved by having highly skilled personnel in all positions within our company.

We specialize in earthwork, excavation, land clearing, land grading, storm water, utility system installation, paving, and much more. With over 30 years of experience and over 130 pieces of heavy equipment, we can tackle any project!

Contact Swell Construction Group for your next project.

Orlando/Kissimmee Earthwork & Excavation for a Solid Foundation

April 9, 2019

By:Wes

Excavation and earthwork is the first phase of any Central Florida construction project. A solid foundation for building, utilities, and roads. Even the tiniest miscalculation in this stage can wreck havoc on the project down the road. There are many points to take into consideration

Site Management

A complete site development service provides excavation service needs to work closely with land clearing, grading, earthwork, excavation, paving and storm water and utility systems installation. The experienced team at Swell Construction works with Owners, Engineers and Municipalities on all aspects of a proposal in order to get the project to the next level. This ensures unnecessary delays, quality and timely work.

The Project Manager is the pivotal point on a project and all crews take the initial direction from him. They ensure the project is built to the client’s specifications and acts as the interface between the Owner, the office and the field. Open communications is the key to success.

Time Management

A timeline is of utmost importance. While the weather in Central Florida isn’t easy to predict 100 percent of the time, delays can cause setbacks. Your project should be the highest priority, the excavation service should be responsive to ensure the project is finished on time.

Professionalism

You don’t need any added stress. It is important to take into consideration the nearby properties. What will the road conditions be like? The noise? A little professionalism goes a long way!

Erosion Control

Storm water and erosion control is of utmost importance in Central Florida. It can quickly become a hazardous condition. Surface runoff, prevent flooding, water pollution, and soil loss, erosion control should be done by experts.

Looking for a top rated excavation service in Central Florida?

When it comes to residential and commercial projects, Swell Construction is exceeding our clients’ expectations.

With over 30 years of experience and over 130 pieces of heavy equipment, we can tackle any project!

We provide accurate estimates and perform our scope of work in an efficient, timely, and a cost effective manner.

Contact Swell Construction for more information on your next project.

Orlando, Kissimmee Top Land Clearing & Earth Work

April 1, 2019

By:Wes

Land clearing, excavation, and earth work are in high demand here in Central Florida., for both residential and commercial applications. Cities like Orlando, Kissimmee, Clermont, Lake Nona, and so many others, are growing exponentially.

Before a piece of land can be developed, it needs to be properly prepared. This consists of clearing out all the trees, brush, stones, debris, and other obstacles. Then soil is either added or removed to the required depth. Precision and compaction tests are required to ensure a quality foundation.

After the stem wall and footers are poured, backfill may be necessary around the new foundation. Drainage and paving

It is more than just moving dirt around, it takes the proper heavy equipment, experience, and extensive knowledge of Florida’s laws and permits, to get the job done right. The last thing you want is problems down the road.

Today’s land clearing methods have gone through enormous changes in the past decade. Modern techniques are safer, conform to local laws and are environmentally friendlier, than traditional methods.

The foundation of any building is expected to last for hundreds of years, supporting thousands of pounds. It needs to resist weather changes, say level and dry. While weighing several thousand pounds, the foundation withstands significant stress. In order for this to happen, the ground must be properly prepared and correctly excavated. Any corners cut here will show up when you least expect them, cracking, separating, and sagging.

A few things to take into account for each individual site are the soil stability, quality of the backfill, even the moisture and water table. It is important for the excavator to have the experience and knowledge to address the unique issues of each property to prevent any problems in the future.

From projects ranging in size from 1 to over 500 acres, Swell Construction Group Inc. has a long history of commercial, multifamily, and single family residential site development projects. We are a full service, licensed, bonded and insured, site development construction company serving Central Florida since 1989.

Contact Swell Construction Group for your next project.