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Types of Topsoil and Their Uses in Construction

In construction projects, materials impact the overall quality of the project. Higher quality materials, such as topsoil, offer functionality and safety in the long run. Colonial Excavating takes on large- and small-scale projects with expert care and superior materials. We can help you prepare your residential or commercial construction site for success. Types of Topsoil […]

The Guide to Excavation Safety

Excavation work may be needed to clear land for a new home site, to prepare a commercial property for development or other reasons. This process requires a deep understanding of the land, necessary equipment and relevant safety standards because excavation involves many hazards. At Colonial Excavating, we take pride in being more than just your […]

7 Facts That Show Why Land Clearing Is Important

Commercial and residential land clearing is a crucial step for urban development, whether you’re building a house or an entire business complex. Professional land clearing prepares the ground for construction. Creating a bare plot that is safe and accessible is an intricate process that requires expertise and specialized equipment. Colonial Excavating provides a comprehensive range […]

Types of Excavation Services

Commercial and residential excavation services go beyond digging a hole in the ground. The first step in choosing the right excavation and clearing contractor is understanding the type of excavation you need. There are various types of excavation methods and processes depending on your project’s unique requirements. Colonial Excavating provides complete excavation and land clearing […]

7 Essential Factors to Consider Before Hiring a Land Clearing Company

Whether you’re building a new house, clearing an area for a parking lot, removing trees for farmland or constructing a new office building, you’ll need help from a land clearing company. Site clearing sets the foundation for your project. It can affect how long your project takes, how much it costs and how safe the […]

What Is the Most Efficient Way to Clear Land?

After design, land clearing is the next step in the building process. This stage involves removing obstacles and debris to create a clear, leveled piece of land for construction. From removing trees and vegetation to excavating large quantities of dirt and stone, proper land clearing services provide a safer worksite and a stable building foundation. […]

How Do You Prepare an Excavation Site?

Thorough site preparation is the foundation for smooth residential and commercial projects. Well-executed site preparation for construction sets the rest of your building project’s activities up for success, helping to prevent errors, delays and unexpected expenses. The Importance of Site Preparation Site preparation lays the groundwork for future construction work. All parts of preparation ensure a safe […]

6 Benefits of Hiring a Local Excavation Contractor

Residential excavation is a complex process that requires expert knowledge, time, machinery and an understanding of local legislation and building codes. These and other elements go into preparing, executing and completing successful projects. Professional excavation companies can handle residential projects, delivering efficient and reliable results. What Are the Key Advantages of Working With an Excavation […]

Benefits of Hiring a Local Excavation Contractor

Professional excavation services are essential when laying the groundwork at construction sites and other challenging building, maintenance and repair projects. What does an excavating company do? Depending on the project and industry, an excavating company can perform a range of tasks, such as lot clearing and site preparation, ditch cleaning, grading and sewer and septic […]

Reasons to Hire an Excavation Company

When it comes to choosing a contracting company to perform a task, you need to be sure that you choose the right people. If you choose a contracting team too hastily, you can end up in worse shape than you would prefer, and that decision can lead to a negative impact on your property, finances […]