Sitework

Site work includes the scope of work related to the exterior of a project. Surveying, grading, excavation, site utilities, paving, concrete work and landscaping are all examples that can be included in site work projects. In short, site work prepares the land to build a physical structure. It’s critical to keeping the project moving smoothly, both for the eventual construction of the building’s shell and its future interior build out.

SURVEYING

Our first step to any ground up project is surveying as it sets the lay of the construction land. Our surveyors are experts in positioning and measurement. They create an accurate topographical map, make precise locations for foundations, map out boundaries and settle land disputes between neighbors.

EXCAVATION AND GRADING

With the land mapped out, then TerraTech Engineering & Construction can accurately place temporary construction fencing and install erosion control. Excavators often perform erosion control, the prevention or controlling of wind or water destruction in the land development and construction. Both excavation and grading prepare the land for the structure. Site clearing takes place, trees and shrubs are removed and the land is flattened and smoothed for the foundation.

SITE UTILITIES

TerraTech Engineering & Construction can install the site utilities and bring the gas, water, electric, fire mains, storm and sewer to the building. Utilities are brought in through a variety of materials in different sizes. Cast iron, concrete, metal and thermoplastic pipes can be used during this stage. The pipes are excavated and laid down on top of some form of bedding material. After inspection, they’re backfilled and leveled to grade.

CONCRETE AND PAVING

TerraTech Engineering & Construction provides your concrete work either as cast-in-place or pre-cast. Cast-in-place concrete means the concrete is poured into forms to create the foundation, foundation walls, slabs, sidewalks, patios, etc. Pre-cast concrete is casting concrete in a reusable form. It is cured in a controlled environment before being transported to the site for installation.

Pre-cast concrete gives us more control over material quality and the final product, but it’s not ideal for every situation. Cast-in-place concrete is superior in versatility, insulation, construction speed and strength. Paving is started prior to construction. It involves the pouring of asphalt or concrete over portions of the construction site. Site paving provides a good surface that still allows for construction in bad weather. It also helps with erosion control and offers a solid surface for materials storage. Roads and parking lots are the most common examples of paving at a construction site. Paving won’t be 100% complete until the final stages of the project, when striping occurs. After the final layer of pavement is applied, lines for parking spots, road directionals and markings are added.

LANDSCAPING

While it may be the finishing touch of construction, many factors, beyond planting trees and grass, are involved in landscaping. Terrain, soil qualities, potential erosion and native flora must all be considered during landscaping. A well-done landscape goes deeper than looks.