The construction sector is a major contributor to the Australian economy producing around 9% of Australia’s Gross Domestic Product and has a projected annual growth rate of 2.4% in the next five years. It also highlights the growing demand for professional earthwork services. Thanks to the solid growth in the Australian population and record low-interest rates that have led to an increase in demand for construction services and earthworks in southern Adelaide.
There’s no denying that construction work is strenuous, time-consuming, requires knowledge only professionals have, and always needs the help of precisely designed machines. These machines are large, sturdy and some are extremely massive, specifically built to excavate volumes of earth and set foundations. Such machines include backhoe loaders, bulldozers, graders, giant dragline excavators. All these heavy machines are expensive and not worth purchasing unless you put them to use frequently. If you are going to use them once a year or less to carry out earthworks, hiring professional earthwork services is the best solution.
Earthworks- The definition
Earthworks are engineering works that include cutting and filling the ground to develop the landform as per the requirement. While cutting of earth involves excavating ground material from the site, filling is moving the excavated earth material to the site. Earthworks are involved in civil engineering projects like irrigation projects such as canals and dams, railways, road works, and land grading to reconfigure a site’s topography or stabilize slopes. Typically, whether you are constructing a structure above the ground or below the ground, soil excavation is a necessary part of the process. However, excavation is not the only work involved in the construction process. Continue reading to learn about the various types of earthwork services.
Types of earthwork services
Excavation
Excavation is undoubtedly the first thing that springs to mind regarding earthworks. But it is essential to understand that there are different types of excavation services that you may need- muck excavation, rock excavation, topsoil excavation, stripping, and footing excavation.
Clearing and demolition
After the excavation is done, you may need to get a few things cleared up from the site before the other earthwork services proceed. Clearing the area involves removing and disposing of all unnecessary surface material. This can be trees, grass, trash, or further unwanted growth. Moreover, if there is a pre-existing structure at your site, you may also need demolition services.
Soil testing
Soil testing must be done before the construction begins or even before planning. This is advisable because it helps you determine if the soil is suitable for the type of construction you are planning to have. Primarily, soil testing comprises moisture content, specific gravity, dry density, etc.
Grading
Grading is a critical aspect of a construction project that helps improve aesthetics drainage and adjust the slope of an area before the construction. It is performed with the help of graders with a long blade and enables you to smoothen and flatten the surface. If you don’t get your site appropriately graded, you might face issues like erosion, flooding, and foundation damage.
Why hire a professional earthwork services provider?
Hiring professionals for earthworks in southern Adelaide help because:
- Professionals always stick to the estimated budget
- They know the proper utilization of earthwork equipment
- They are experts in time management
- Professional services are cost-effective
- You can rest assured of quality with professionals
