Pre-construction excavation
A stand-alone service or part of our complete offering.
- Selective tree clearing
- Managing the resources available on the lot
- Blasting service
- Levelling the lot surfaces
Excavation, the project's first decision
Excavation is the foundation of every construction project. Every detail is calculated to optimize the work that follows, taking into account natural slopes and water drainage. By applying permaculture principles, we limit the site's environmental footprint and reduce long-term costs.
The right level, from day one
It's not just about digging. The homes we build are often on mountain lots with uneven slopes. Calculating the right levels from the start avoids unpleasant surprises, starting with rainwater drainage. This planning also prepares the landscaping work that follows.
Looking at the lot before digging it
Before the first scoop, we look at what is already on the lot. Large trees, stumps, topsoil, sand and stone are not waste to be hauled away: they are materials the lot provides for free. We identify them, set them aside and later reuse them in backfill, low walls and plantings. Digging with what is already there in mind means fewer trucks leaving the site and a lower fill bill at the landscaping stage.
What well-planned excavation changes
Well-planned excavation reduces unexpected issues, the main source of cost overruns.
Methods that limit environmental impact and make the lot easier to maintain over the long term.
Cutting is selective and the site's resources are reused rather than thrown away.
Once excavation is complete, the lot is ready for landscaping — and a good part of the work is already done.
Discover our landscaping serviceOur other areas of expertise.
Analysis and siting
Study the orientation, topography, access, views and drainage before positioning the home.
Design
Spaces tailored to your land, your lifestyle and your budget.
Planning
Coordinating every stage of the project to simplify decisions and reduce surprises.
Construction
Building to high standards of quality, performance and durability.
Landscaping
Creating a harmonious setting that naturally extends your home.