Name: Landscaping
Brand: Globe Green LLC

As the winter frost melts away and the days grow warmer, landscaping and hardscaping professionals gear up for one of the busiest seasons of the year – spring. Excavation is a critical first step in preparing the land for everything, from new patios to irrigation systems to drainage solutions. Understanding the most common types of excavation work can help set the foundation for a successful project.

Since our establishment in 2017, Globe Green LLC has been helping you and others in Southern New Hampshire get the essential groundwork done, so you can enjoy lush lawns, vibrant gardens, and stunning outdoor structures for the upcoming season.

1. Grading and Leveling

Grading and leveling are crucial steps in preparing outdoor spaces for landscaping and hardscaping projects. This process ensures a stable surface that enables proper drainage, prevents erosion, and provides a solid foundation for lawns, gardens, patios, and other structures.

Drainage Management: This process helps direct water runoff away from structures to avoid erosion and damage to the foundation.
Lawn and Garden Preparation: It ensures a smooth and even terrain for planting sod or garden beds during the upcoming warm season.
Soil Stability: It helps prevent soil erosion, especially on slopes or areas that may be prone to washout.

2. Trenching for Irrigation Systems

Trenching is important for installing irrigation systems. It allows pipes, conduits, and other irrigation components to be properly buried so that water is distributed effectively. Without trenching, you may risk damage to your irrigation lines, and it also helps to maintain the aesthetics of your landscaped area.

Distribution of Water: Trenching makes sure that underground pipes are transporting water efficiently to different parts of your landscaped area.
Pipe Protection: Burying pipes at an appropriate level underground will help prevent any damage, either from people walking or running, or even from outdoor equipment like lawn mowers.
Aesthetics and Safety: It can help keep irrigation pipes hidden from view to maintain a nice aesthetic, and reduces any risk of people tripping over them.

3. Foundation Digging for Outdoor Structures

Now that the weather in Southern New Hampshire is getting nicer and the idea of spending time outdoors is becoming more and more appealing, you may decide you want to install some more outdoor features – decks, pergolas, sheds, and more. A well-prepared foundation will provide stability, durability, and resistance to any shifting from things like weather changes, soil movement, or weight loads.

Structural Stability: A foundation that is properly prepared will prevent any sinking or tilting of outdoor structures.
Load Distribution: Solid and stable foundations will evenly distribute the weight of the structure to avoid settling.
Frost Protection: When it becomes winter again, digging below the frost line will prevent heaving and movement due to the cycle of freezing and thawing.

4. Tree and Shrub Removal or Transplanting

This one is a common step for those with lots of greenery in their yards. These steps are often necessary for site preparation, land clearing, or preserving any existing greenery during renovations. Whether it involves removing unwanted vegetation or relocating plants to a more suitable location, proper techniques can help ensure minimal disruption to the surrounding environment.

Clearing Land for Construction: One of the main purposes of greenery removal or transplanting is to prepare the sites for things like patios, driveways, decks, or other elements.
Environmental Conservation: Instead of cutting them down, transplanting trees to another location is beneficial for the environment. It also improves the plants’ health by moving them to a more suitable location that may have better soil, sunlight, or drainage.
Improving Aesthetic Appeal: Removing any overgrown, diseased, or dead trees or shrubs can help make your landscaped area much nicer.

5. Drainage System Installation

The spring season in Southern New Hampshire is notorious for lots of rain, so having a good drainage system installed is crucial. This system will make sure that any excess water is effectively managed so you can avoid any flooding, soil erosion, or damage to your foundation. A well-designed drainage system improves the quality and longevity of your outdoor structures, and can even make your plants and greenery healthier.

Protect Foundations & Hardscapes: Your drainage system will redirect any water away from your building, patio, or driveway to prevent any damage.
Improve Soil Health: This will prevent over-saturation, which can lead to the rotting of roots and ultimately the deterioration of plants.
Enhance Usability of Outdoor Spaces: We encourage you to use your outdoor spaces as much as possible, so a proper drainage system will keep your lawn, walkways, and patios dry and accessible.

Preparing Your Outdoor Spaces for Spring

Excavation may not be the most glamorous part of landscaping, but it is undoubtedly one of the most important aspects. Without it, you run the risk of subjecting your lawn to drainage issues, damage to your outdoor structures, and unsuccessful landscaping projects.

With Globe Green, our commitment to quality work and unwavering reliability will help you prevent these issues from happening. As the season unfolds in Southern New Hampshire, our team will take the time to prepare your land correctly, leading to long-lasting, beautiful outdoor spaces. We are ready to help you – contact us today for a project consultation!