General Construction | CentexExcavation

September 22, 2026 | Matt

Building a Stormwater Detention Pond

A construction guide to stormwater detention and retention ponds: basin excavation, side slopes and benches, forebays, outlet structures, embankment compaction, and stabilization.

September 20, 2026 | Matt

What Is a SWPPP?

A plain-language guide to the SWPPP: when construction sites need stormwater permit coverage, what the plan must include, the BMPs typically required, inspection and recordkeeping rules, and how coverage is terminated.

September 19, 2026 | Matt

Dust Control on a Construction Site

How to control dust on an excavation or grading site: OSHA silica requirements, water truck practice, haul road treatment, phased earthwork, and when dust suppressants make sense.

September 14, 2026 | Matt

How to Remove a Concrete Slab

How to remove a concrete slab or driveway: saw cutting and breaking it up, hand vs. machine methods, hauling and recycling the debris, silica safety, and cost per square foot.

September 07, 2026 | Matt

How Contractors Demolish a House

How contractors demolish a house, step by step: permits, utility disconnects, asbestos inspection, the engineering survey, the excavator demolition sequence, debris recycling, and backfill to final grade.

August 28, 2026 | Matt

Proof Rolling a Construction Site

Every construction site has two versions of the ground: the one the density tests say exists, and the one that actually shows up under a loaded truck. Pro…

August 28, 2026 | Matt

What Makes a Building Pad Fail?

A building pad is the most important part of a structure that nobody ever sees. It carries every pound of the building, and when it fails, the failure sho…

February 24, 2024 | Matt

Pre-construction Planning: Assessing Excavation Requirements and Risks

Pre-construction planning is crucial for project success. Excavation planning ensures safety, efficiency, and compliance with regulations.

January 26, 2024 | Matt

Cost Management: Budgeting for Excavation in Construction Projects

Budgeting plays a key role in excavation projects, ensuring profitability and success. Learn the steps and pitfalls to better manage costs.

January 23, 2024 | Matt

Exploring the Relationship Between Excavation Contractors and Construction Managers

Discover the vital collaboration between excavation contractors and construction managers in making projects successful.

January 12, 2024 | Matt

The Role of Excavation in Large-Scale Construction Projects

Find out the importance of excavation in large-scale construction projects. From creating foundations to overcoming challenges, it's a pivotal process.