Rough grading
Shaping the site to support the next construction or improvement phase.
Rivera Improvements / Services
Get the ground ready
Grading & Site Preparation
Grading and site-preparation planning for new construction, access improvements and challenging properties.
The work
What this service involves
The finished grade influences where water travels, how vehicles reach a site and how later construction work proceeds. Grading should be aligned with the project plan and conditions on the ground.
Serving Beaverton, Clackamas, Salem and surrounding Willamette Valley communities. Work is evaluated by scope, schedule and applicable licensing.
Scope & considerations
What we can discuss
Access and working areas
Planning equipment routes and usable staging areas for larger property projects.
Grade and drainage coordination
Considering how proposed changes in elevation affect runoff and adjacent areas.
Before you call
Information that helps us assess your project
Share what you have. You do not need every item to start a conversation.
- Purpose of the grading work and desired final use
- Property dimensions or available site drawings
- Known drainage problems and nearby property boundaries
- Photos of access points and existing slopes
Questions
Frequently asked
What is the difference between excavation and grading?
Excavation removes or moves earth to create space; grading focuses on shaping elevations and slopes. Many projects involve both.
Can grading help with pooling water?
Sometimes, but the cause of standing water and a suitable discharge path should be understood first.
Do you work with site plans?
Plans can clarify target elevations and the intended scope, especially for larger projects.
Related services & reading
More planning advice: Read the relevant From the Ground Up article →
Have a site in mind?
Tell us the location, scope and timeline. Nicholas Armstrong coordinates new project inquiries.
Request a project conversation (971) 514-3224