5 Tips for Landscaping Preparation Before Excavation

1. Plan Your Landscape Design

Before excavation begins, it's important to have a clear plan of your landscape design. Working with a landscape designer or architect to create a design that meets your needs and complements your property, will give you a clear and defined plan to give an excavation company, like Luke Prichard Excavating. This will ensure that the excavation is done with a clear understanding of the design goals and minimize any disruption to the final result.

2. Identify Underground Utilities

Before excavating, it's important to identify any underground utilities that may be present on your property. You should contact your local utility companies to locate any gas, water, or electric lines that are on your property. Identifying these lines, helps the team avoid accidentally damaging them or creating hazards and disruptions during the excavation process.

3. Protect Your Trees and Plants

Excavation can be harmful to trees and plants, so it's important to protect them before the excavation begins. You should create a barrier around the trees and plants with burlap or netting to protect them from possible flying debris. It may also be a good idea to consider transplanting any plants that may be in the way of the excavation to a safer location.

4. Remove Unnecessary Objects

We also recommend removing any unnecessary objects such as garden decorations, rocks, or outdoor furniture from the area you want to be excavated. This will make it easier for the excavation team to do their job and minimize the risk of damage to your property.

5. Schedule Excavation for the Right Time

Finally, scheduling is a key part of the excavation process. You should schedule your excavation job for the right time of year. May can be a good time for excavation, but it's important to avoid excavation during periods of heavy rain or snow. These weather conditions can make excavation more difficult and increase the risk of property damage.

Preparing your landscape for excavation is an important step in any landscaping project. By following these five tips, you can ensure a successful excavation while minimizing any damage or unnecessary disruptions to your property. If you are planning a major landscaping project and need excavating completed, give us a call today!