Excavation is the foundation of every serious landscaping project. We don't skip this step.
We handle projects of all sizes across the greater Gatineau area, including Aylmer, Hull, Chelsea, Cantley, Val-des-Monts, L'Ange-Gardien and surrounding Outaouais municipalities.
A poorly prepared site is a project that will shift, settle, and cause problems in 2 or 3 years.
Outaouais properties present unique challenges. Clay soils in Gatineau, rock in Chelsea and Cantley, sloped lots in Val-des-Monts. Our team knows these conditions and adapts excavation techniques accordingly.
We don't do the same work on a flat lot in Gatineau as on a rocky slope in Chelsea.
Drainage problems are common in the Gatineau area, especially in spring with snowmelt. Water accumulating against foundations or pooling in the yard can cause significant damage.
We analyze the terrain slope and water accumulation points, then install an appropriate drainage system.
Mini excavator, compact loader, plate compactor and truck for material transport. For larger projects, we have access to bigger equipment. Every project starts with a free on-site evaluation.
Clay soils in Gatineau, rock in Chelsea, slopes in Val-des-Monts. We adapt techniques to each terrain.
Grading is often the first step in a landscaping project. We level the terrain, remove topsoil, install foundation gravel and compact everything. It's work that requires heavy equipment and experience to do right.
In the Gatineau area, we often encounter clay soils that retain water and shift with freeze-thaw cycles. In Aylmer and Hull, lots are generally flatter but can have water table issues. In Chelsea and Cantley, we often work on sloped terrain with rock close to the surface.
We have the equipment needed for residential projects of all sizes: mini excavator, compact loader, plate compactor and truck for material transport. For larger projects, we have access to bigger equipment.
For most serious landscaping projects, yes. A solid foundation is what makes a project last over time. We assess your property and tell you exactly what's needed.
We handle hauling and disposal. If the soil is good quality, it can be reused on site for leveling or flower beds.
We analyze the terrain slope and water accumulation points, then install an appropriate drainage system. It could be a French drain, regrading, or a combination of both.