Construction Site Clearing & Scalping

It's essential to acknowledge that construction site clearing and scalping come with their set of challenges and considerations. Incomplete clearing may lead to project delays, while inadequate clearing can result in unstable foundations, affecting the project's structural integrity. Additionally, environmental impact and compliance with local regulations and permits are critical aspects that require careful planning and execution to avoid legal issues and ensure the safety and sustainability of the construction
Site clearing may also include removal of vegetation, stumps, buried roots, demucking, demolition of existing hardscape or buildings and usually excavation services.

Scalping is the first step of most site clearing jobs: stripping the top layer of grass, weeds, roots, and organic topsoil from the lot so it can be properly filled and compacted. Organic material left under a building pad will decompose and settle, so lot scalping is required before fill is placed on nearly every new construction project. The scalpings are piled on site and hauled out, leaving a clean, buildable surface. SMC provides scalping services for lots of any size throughout Palm Beach, Martin, and St Lucie counties.

For most counties in South Florida Site Clearing will require you to first add an erosion control plan which at minimum consists of erosion rock for highly trafficked areas and a perimeter silt fence.

Site Clearing with onsite storage of fill