Based in Fruitvale, Texas, we serve landowners and builders throughout East Texas and the Dallas-Fort Worth area. We specialize in clearing, grading, and preparing construction sites so your foundation has the drainage, stability, and level surface it needs.
Proper site preparation is the foundation of any successful construction project. Whether you’re building a home, barn, or commercial structure, RTS Construction & Land Clearing provides professional site preparation and grading services to ensure your project starts on solid ground.
Site preparation involves clearing the land, grading it to the proper elevation and slope, and ensuring proper drainage before construction begins. Depending on your project, this may include:
A properly prepared site ensures your foundation is stable, your building drains correctly, and your construction project proceeds without unexpected delays or issues. Poor site preparation can lead to drainage problems, foundation settling, erosion, and costly repairs down the line.
We take the time to grade your site correctly from the start, so you don’t have to deal with problems later. Whether you’re building a new home, adding an outbuilding, or developing a commercial site, we’ll make sure the groundwork is done right.
One of the most common site preparation projects we handle is house pad construction. A house pad is a level, compacted area of soil where your home’s foundation will be built. Proper house pad construction requires:
– Clearing the building area
– Establishing the correct elevation and slope
– Compacting the soil to prevent settling
– Ensuring proper drainage away from the foundation
We work with builders and homeowners to ensure the house pad meets local building codes and provides a stable base for construction. Whether you’re building in a flat field or on sloped terrain, we have the equipment and experience to get it done right.
Proper drainage is critical for any construction site. Water that pools near a foundation or flows incorrectly across a property can cause erosion, foundation damage, and long-term problems.
We grade your site to direct water away from buildings and into appropriate drainage areas. This includes establishing the correct slope, identifying low spots, and creating swales or drainage channels where needed. If your property has drainage challenges, we’ll work with you to develop a solution that protects your investment.
Site preparation is more than clearing a footprint and smoothing out the dirt. It is the work that helps the rest of the project perform the way it should. As an experienced excavation company, RTS prepares sites for homes, barns, shops, and rural structures by focusing on grade, drainage, compaction, and access from the start. A properly prepared site reduces the risk of standing water, uneven settling, erosion, and costly corrections later.
Many projects also require bulldozing services to cut high spots, move fill, shape the ground, and create a workable building area. Depending on the site, that work may begin with Land Clearing Service or Forestry Mulching Service before moving into pad prep and final grading. If drainage issues, trenches, or utility runs are needed, we can also complete the job with Excavation Services as part of the same property improvement plan.
After the site is graded and ready, some properties still need additional work such as Pond Construction for water management or rural land use, or Demolition Services to remove existing slabs, sheds, barns, or unwanted structures before the new build begins.
It depends on the size of the site, the amount of clearing required, and the complexity of the grading work. A typical residential house pad might take one to three days to complete. We’ll provide a clear timeline during your free estimate.
We focus on the dirt work—clearing, grading, and compacting the soil. If your project requires a gravel base or specific fill material, we can coordinate with you or your builder to arrange delivery and installation.
Yes. Sloped sites require more planning and grading work, but we have the equipment and experience to handle challenging terrain. We’ll assess the site and develop a grading plan that works for your property.
We’ll evaluate the site and recommend solutions like regrading, installing drainage swales, or directing water to a better location. Addressing drainage issues during site preparation is much easier than fixing them after construction is complete.
Yes, compacting the soil is an important part of site preparation. It helps prevent settling and provides a stable base for your foundation. We use appropriate equipment to ensure the site is properly compacted.
Absolutely. We prepare sites for homes, barns, shops, RV pads, and any other structure that requires a level, stable base.
If you’re planning a construction project and need your site cleared and graded, we’re here to help. Call us at (903) 980-0809 or fill out our contact form to schedule a free estimate. We’ll visit your property, discuss your project, and provide a clear plan for getting your site ready.
