Land clearing is usually the first step for most construction projects. Hiring an excavation contractor is the best way to efficiently and safely remove all obstructions such as trees and boulders, leaving you with a plot of land that has endless potential. Knowing what to expect can help you prepare appropriately for each stage of the project and get the most out of the excavation services.

What to Expect From Land Clearing Services

1. Zoning & Permitting

The first stage of the project is checking with local zoning and building departments. Getting started on an unapproved project can result in significant fines, project delays, and other avoidable expenses. Your excavation contractor will check with your local planning department to ensure the land clearing project follows all laws and regulations. If any permits are required, they should obtain them now.

2. Marking the Territory

With the help of your blueprints, they will mark the territory for your project. They’ll likely do this with bright paint or tape, so it’s highly visible. When complete, the clearing crew will be able to see where everything will go, including the building, driveway, and septic system.

3. Grading

The excavation team will use their heavy equipment to remove the trees, large rocks, and other vegetation in the marked area. This is when they will perform land grading if you need it for your project. Grading levels the lot for construction, so it has appropriate drainage and erosion control. Grading may also include installing wells, septic systems, access roads, digging foundations, and connecting utilities.

When it’s time to clear land for your next project, contact Beckham Septic Tanks and Ditching Service in Enterprise, AL. This team has specialized in excavation since 1947, including tearing down structures, digging to utilities, and preparing land for construction throughout Coffee, Dale, Geneva, Houston, and Pike counties. Learn more about their septic services online and call (334) 347-2362 to request a free estimate.