What is grading and why should I have my lot graded?
Grading is
the preparation of dirt and
soil levels in your lot for
construction. One main reason
to have your lot graded is if
you plan to build on unleveled
ground. You will need to make a
cut in your grade or lot to
even the ground for
construction. You may also need
to use fill dirt to level an
area for
construction.
Grading a lot
will also guarantee that your
site will have proper drainage
and water will flow away from
your new structure.
How to control erosion?
One way is to make sure you examine your site carefully before building, paying close attention to slope, drainage patterns, and soil types. Another way is to preserve existing vegetation as much as possible for the areas under construction.
How can the customer save money when developing land?
You can do this by burning brush in a control pile or pit burning when burning is allowed and you have a permit to do so. Another way is to grind brush on very large sites.