When you need residential excavation services in New Jersey, Mikula Contracting is here for you. Our team offers years of experience in the industry and is here to assist with projects both large and small. Not only do we prepare the site for construction, but our expert excavators help to prevent severe issues in the future, such as drainage issues and more.
Required Components of Residential Excavation
What components need to happen to ensure success in completing the job? Each site is unique, meaning the specific excavation type varies depending on the soil, location, and upcoming construction project.
First, the excavation area is inspected to determine the ideal preparatory work. During the planning phase, an experienced contractor will look at the plans to find the best approach. The most important components and steps for New Jersey residential excavation include:
- Preparation: Understanding what is underneath the soil, including gas lines, pipes, and more. Then, site learing needs to be done to prepare the area for the upcoming project.
- Staking Out: Next, the outline of the area is laid out, often using white marking paint. The best practice is to double- and triple-check the measurements before any marks are made. Always “measure twice and cut once.”
- Equipment: It’s time for the contractor to bring their equipment on site. Depending on the size of the project and the work that needs to be done, common equipment includes a mini-excavator, plastic tarps, shovels, wheelbarrows, boots, gloves, fill dirt, and more.
- Excavation: At this point, the contractor starts digging and moving the dirt. It might also be necessary to test the soil for stability at this point to determine if any other steps need to be implemented in order to ensure success. Compaction testing is another important factor in creating a stable level that can support the home’s foundation.
Types of Residential Excavation Services
The details of your construction project will vary depending on the type of excavation you need. Talking to a contractor about the anticipated steps before work commences is highly recommended. Then, the contractor, such as Mikula Contracting, can determine if smaller equipment and/or heavy equipment will be necessary to complete the project.
Typically, residential excavation in New Jersey is planned based on the material being moved. So, the most common types of residential excavation include:
- Foundation excavation
- Trench excavation
- Rock excavation
- Drainage excavation
- Yard Grading excavation
Here is an overview of some of the most common reasons why residential excavation is necessary.
New Home Excavation
The preparatory work on the job site makes a big difference in preventing building structural issues in the future. A residential excavation contractor starts the construction process by clearing the land and moving the dirt away from where the foundation will be placed. Skilled excavation and compaction is an important strategy to ensure soil stability, setting a solid foundation that will hold up for many years.
In-Ground Swimming Pools
Not only can a residential excavation contractor, like Mikula Contracting, help with preparing the site where a new home will be built, but these services are also applicable to installing a swimming pool. Digging the hole for a swimming pool is similar to digging a hole for a foundation. So, this excavating job often uses the same type of equipment and techniques.
Yard Grading
Sometimes, smaller residential projects are needed, such as grading the yard area for the installation of landscaping features. Even though it might be a smaller-scale project, it makes sense to hire experts for help. Bringing in a Mikula Contracting can save you both time and money so the site is ready as quickly as possible, and you can begin landscaping without delay.
Drainage Solutions
Even though excavation costs can add up, it’s worth the investment because of the way these services prepare the site for construction while also minimizing the risk of damage to your home in the future. For example, a good contractor can assist with drainage solutions as part of the excavation project. Managing the grade and soil positioning helps to move stormwater and sewage water away from the house and into the ideal locations for disposal.
Basements
Finally, residential excavation services can be very helpful for digging basements. If you want to maximize the available living space in your home, then digging a basement can be an important step before construction begins.
We Guarantee High-Quality Residential Excavation Services
If you need help with a residential project, then Mikula Contracting is the team to call. We offer over 77 years of experience in the industry and have an excellent reputation as a New Jersey residential excavation contractor. We are happy to answer your questions about our excavation services and provide an estimate for your project.
Mikula Contracting Is Your Solution for NJ Residential Excavation
Mikula Contracting is here to help with anything that you need, including both residential excavation and commercial projects. Reach out at your convenience to schedule a consultation and learn more about available services. We’ll provide a free quote so you know what to expect in terms of pricing for the upcoming project.
