It may not surprise some, but a lot goes into preparing a site for construction. Of course, it is not an alluring process, but it is vital to execute a construction project successfully.
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Clear and Survey the Site
The very first step when prepping a construction site is to clear it. This includes demolishing buildings, removing trees, and extracting any underground infrastructures.
Along with clearing the site, they also need to survey it. In order to determine if the project is being built on the right block, a surveyor must come out and line out the exact area where the construction project is being built.
Test the Soil
Another crucial task that must be done before starting a construction project is to test the soil. This is especially critical for an erosion control construction project. This is done so that the soil’s main composition can be determined so it can be known what the water absorption is like and if it has the capacity to withstand the structure being built. Again, this testing must be done before any part of the project is built.
Design and Investigate the Site
Once the soil testing is complete, the project’s design may need to be modified to fit the test results. A construction site is constantly changing, and a certain level of flexibility is needed.
A geotechnical site investigation must also be performed so the rock, soil, and groundwater can be characterized. This is done by evaluating the condition of the site and collecting data to design and construct the foundation. This is a critical component in acquiring the correct information about the construction site. This will minimize surprises and estimate the effort needed to complete the project.
Preparing a site is a critical part of a construction project. By clearing, surveying, testing, designing, and investigating, it can be assured the site is ready for whatever building project is needed.