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Land excavation is among the vital groundwork done during most construction projects. It's not possible to carry out any construction project without specialised knowledge and skills. Certain aspects determine the type of construction excavation a contractor will carry out. That's why the project managers and property owners insist on some specific excavation techniques and leave out others. So what aspects do most experienced construction contractors consider before they carry out a construction excavation project?
Project Size
The excavation method the contractors choose depends on how small or large the construction project is. Heavy machinery makes a construction project easier because they work fast, but they are not suitable for smaller construction sites. Excavation sequencing becomes more useful on longer construction projects, but they are uneconomical on smaller projects. Excavation sequencing is mainly used when making access for trucks and complex equipment and tools are used. Ferrying debris away from the site is impossible if excavation sequencing isn't done.
Soil Type at the Site
Professional groundwork contractors don't start a construction excavation job before they conduct a geotechnical survey. This helps them to know the type of subsoil below the property so that they can choose the right equipment and method for the excavation project. Wall supports are used when excavating an area with soft soil to ensure it doesn't crumble.
Site's Surrounding Conditions
How the contractors will excavate an area highly depends on the conditions surrounding the construction site. They do extensive planning when excavating close to a building to ensure its foundations aren't weakened. The contractors also consider the vegetative cover and drainage systems at the site to know how they will excavate the area.
Purpose of the Excavation Project
The excavation method a construction contractor will use to remove trees is different from the one they use when preparing a garden or building foundation. The excavation technique selected when creating garden space should preserve the subsoil. This means the contractor will use a specific machine when levelling the ground. If the excavation is meant to improve landscaping, the contractor should choose an excavation technique that matches it.
Now you know what determines the kind of excavation work you will carry out at the site. The above conditions also determine how you plan your excavation work and the costs you will incur. Consulting experienced construction contractors before you carry out any excavation project is crucial since every excavation project has intricacies that require professional hands. Contractors also help you to set the timeline of your construction work.
Share5 July 2019
Hello, my name is Colin and this is my construction blog. When people think of the construction industry, they often just imagine guys in hard hats building brick walls. While this is a popular image of the industry, it doesn't reflect the true diversity of different contractors and tradesmen who are involved in a construction project. Lasy year, my wife and I decided to construct our dream home. I had to arrange visits of plumbers, roofers, electricians, surveyors and home builders in order to get the job done. I learnt a lot during that experience, so I decided to start this blog.