Professional Grading Services
Tacoma Creek Build Co. delivers precision grading services throughout Spokane County, Bonner County, Pend Oreille County, and Kootenai County. Our GPS-guided equipment and experienced operators handle everything from rough site grading to final landscape finish work. Mountain properties present unique grading challenges: steep terrain, seasonal freeze-thaw cycles, spring runoff, and variable soils from loess to rocky glacial till. We solve these problems with engineered drainage plans, proper compaction in controlled lifts, and verified elevations that pass inspection the first time.
Whether you're preparing a building pad, grading a driveway, or establishing finish grades for landscaping, we deliver stable, well-drained surfaces that perform year after year. Our process includes surveying existing conditions, balancing cut-and-fill to minimize material costs, and coordinating with your architect or engineer to meet design intent.
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Why Choose Tacoma Creek Build Co.
| Feature | DIY / Others | Tacoma Creek Build Co. |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed & Insured | ❌ | ✅ |
| GPS Machine Control | ❌ | ✅ |
| Compaction Testing | ❌ | ✅ |
| Permit Coordination | Limited | ✅ Full Service |
| Mountain Terrain Experience | ❌ | ✅ 10+ Years |
| One-Call Warranty Service | ❌ | ✅ |
Our GPS-Guided Grading Process
Precision starts with data. We survey existing topography, then program your engineer's design into GPS-guided dozers and motor graders. This eliminates guesswork and reduces costly over-excavation. Rough grading establishes major contours and drainage flow paths—typically within ±0.5 feet of design. Finish grading tightens tolerances to ±0.1 feet for foundations, flatwork, and landscaping.
Compaction is non-negotiable. We place fill in 8-12 inch lifts and compact each layer with a sheep's foot or smooth-drum roller. Moisture content is checked and adjusted. On engineered projects, we coordinate third-party density testing to verify 90-95% compaction per Modified Proctor standards. This prevents future settlement that cracks foundations and buckles driveways.
Drainage design isn't an afterthought—it's integral to every grading plan. We establish swales, berms, and positive slopes (minimum 2%) to direct water away from structures and toward controlled discharge points. Concentrated flows get culverts or rock-lined channels. The result: no standing water, no basement seepage, no erosion.
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From initial site walk to final inspection, Tacoma Creek Build Co. delivers professional dirt work you can build on.