Grading & Site Servicing
Grading and site servicing are essential elements of land development and construction, ensuring a solid foundation and proper infrastructure for any project. Grading reshapes the land to create a level base, facilitating effective drainage and preventing water accumulation that can cause flooding or erosion. Site servicing involves the installation of critical utilities, such as water supply, sewage systems, electrical lines, and stormwater management. Together, these processes prepare the site for construction, enhance usability, and ensure compliance with local regulations, promoting safety, functionality, and sustainability in your development project.
Our Services
Site Grading Plans: We develop detailed plans showing proposed changes to land elevation, ensuring optimal drainage and foundation stability.
Grading Certificates: Upon project completion, we provide grading certificates, a vital document for building permits and regulatory compliance.
Erosion and Sediment Control Planning: Our plans include measures to control soil erosion and sediment runoff during and after construction.
Stormwater Management Solutions: We integrate innovative stormwater management practices to reduce flooding risks and enhance water quality.
Liaison with Regulatory Bodies: We handle all the necessary communications and submissions to regulatory authorities on your behalf.
Benefits of Professional Grading Plans
Reduced Risk of Flooding: Proper site grading directs water away from structures, mitigating flood risks.
Enhanced Property Value: A well-graded property enhances its aesthetic appeal and functionality, thus increasing its market value.
Environmental Protection: Our grading practices ensure the protection and preservation of the surrounding ecosystem.
Foundation Integrity: Correct grading is essential for the long-term stability and integrity of any construction.
Our Projects
FAQ
A site grading plan is a detailed drawing created by civil engineers that shows the proposed changes to land elevation on a property. It's essential for proper drainage, landscaping, and ensuring the structural integrity of any future constructions.
Site grading is crucial for managing water flow around buildings to prevent flooding and water damage. It also ensures that the foundation of any structure is set on stable and level ground, which is vital for long-term durability.
A grading certificate is an official document that verifies the land has been graded according to the approved grading plan. It's often required for obtaining building permits and for final inspections by local municipalities.
The time to create a grading plan can vary based on the size and complexity of the site. Typically, it takes a few weeks to thoroughly assess the site, design the plan, and get it approved by local authorities.
A site grading plan typically includes detailed information on existing and proposed elevations, drainage patterns, slope stability, erosion control measures, and any necessary retaining walls or structures.
Absolutely. Our team is equipped to handle site grading for a wide range of projects, from small residential lots to large commercial developments.
Signs that your property may need grading include poor drainage, water pooling near structures, or uneven ground. Our team can conduct a site assessment to determine your specific needs.
You can expect a thorough site evaluation, detailed plan creation, and professional execution. We'll handle all aspects, from initial design to obtaining grading certificates, ensuring minimal disruption to your property.
Client Success Stories
William Zheng
2023-11-24
Highly recommend! I was looking for a structural engineer to inspect my property for any structural issues and Bruno was fantastic. I learned a lot from him as he explained everything in a simplified way so that I could understand. Great experience and I can tell he treats his clients well. Thanks Bruno!
Coralina Lemos
2022-10-10
We were dealing with a City of Toronto open building permit. After reading such positive Google reviews we called MXL Engineering to which Bruno Lopes responded the same day and shortly thereafter inspected the area in question. He corresponded with city staff, kept us informed throughout and finalized his inspection with a written report—permit is now closed. In short: Proficient, Timely, Affable.
Dan Pilditch
2022-07-01
The MXL folks are professional, enthusiastic and accommodating. Bruno, Nick and Igor have been invaluable with their ongoing guidance concerning the complexities of my current project.
Kevin Ho
2022-05-09
Took my deposit and no work has been done for 1.5 years they only brought an extractor to my property and left the following day. No response from company at all.
Matthew B
2021-02-10
Bruno and his team were fantastic – they solved unforeseen problems that arose in an efficient and cost effective manner and they are very responsive. The MXL team worked very well with the city inspectors and our contractors, which is crucial for a project to run smoothly.
I’ll be using MXL for all of our future projects and construction without hesitation.
Cam Duron
2021-01-22
Bruno helped us with basement walkout and kitchen renovation drawings. He was informative, helpful and fair. He kept us up to date with every step of the process. Would recommend.
Todd McCleave
2020-11-14
We’re just working on the plans but it has been a painless process and they gave us a few design ideas we didn’t think of, would recommend them for sure.
Alim Remtulla
2019-07-30
MXL group and Bruno are great partners. Bruno is thoughtful, diligent and trustworthy. Bruno and his team truly provide a great customer experience, and I will continue to rely on them for future projects. I would strongly recommend them to other homeowners.
Dan
2019-05-03
I came to Bruno when I was in a very tight spot. I needed a building permit within the next couple weeks and needed drawings reviewed in a hurry. Bruno was accommodating, fast and extremely knowledgable. He turned around the project in a matter of days, helped me with any necessary edits (even at 9pm) and guided me through the building permit process. 10/10 would recommend.