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Level and Grade Your Site for Building


Dirt and Dozer Work in Greenwood, South Carolina

When you're preparing a property in Greenwood or a surrounding area for construction, a driveway, or a septic system, the ground rarely starts out level or properly sloped for drainage. Uneven terrain, standing water after rain, and soil that shifts under equipment are common challenges in Upstate South Carolina, and addressing them requires more than surface-level grading. You need earthmoving equipment operated by someone who understands how water moves across a site and how soil behaves under load.


Advanced Services Group provides grading, leveling, and earthmoving services to create construction-ready sites, improve drainage, and build access roads or driveways in Greenwood, Abbeville, Laurens and beyond. We use tracked dozers and grading equipment to move and shape soil, correct slopes, and prepare building pads or foundation areas. This work is often coordinated with land clearing and septic installation to keep your project moving in the right sequence.


If you're planning a build or site improvement in Greenwood that starts with uneven ground, contact us to schedule dirt work before the next phase begins.

What Gets Done During Site Preparation

Dirt and dozer work in Greenwood or a surrounding area begins with assessing the site's current grade, drainage patterns, and soil composition. We move material to create level pads for buildings or driveways, adjust slopes to direct water away from structures, and compact soil to provide a stable base for construction. Depending on the project, we may import fill dirt to raise low areas or cut down high spots to match the desired grade.


Once grading is finished, water no longer pools in problem areas, and the site has a smooth, stable surface ready for concrete, gravel, or foundation work. Driveways and access roads have proper crown and drainage, reducing washout and rutting over time.


We work around existing features like wells, utility lines, and trees you want to keep, and we coordinate timing with septic installers or builders when needed. If your project requires imported material, we source it locally to match soil conditions in Greenwood and throughout the Upstate. This service does not include paving, concrete work, or final landscaping unless arranged separately.

Most people preparing a site in the Greenwood, SC area want to know what grading involves, how long it takes, and what the property will look like when the work is done. These answers help set expectations before equipment arrives.

You Probably Have a Few Questions - And That's Completely Normal!

What does grading actually do for a construction site?
Grading creates level building pads, corrects drainage so water flows away from structures, and compacts soil to provide a stable base for foundations, driveways, or septic systems. It's essential for preventing settling and water damage down the road.
How do you know how much dirt to move or add?
We measure the site's existing grade and compare it to the target elevation, then calculate how much material needs to be cut or filled. If additional dirt is needed, we bring in fill that matches local soil conditions to support proper compaction and drainage.
Can you grade around trees or features I want to keep?
Yes, as long as the features are marked and don't conflict with the required grade or drainage plan. We adjust equipment paths and grading zones to protect trees, wells, or other elements you want preserved.
What happens if the soil is too wet or soft to grade?
We may need to wait for drier conditions, import drier fill material, or stabilize the area with compaction and drainage work before grading continues. Soil conditions in Greenwood vary by season and recent rainfall, so timing can affect the schedule.
When should dirt work happen in the construction timeline?
Grading typically happens after land clearing and before septic installation, foundation work, or driveway construction. Scheduling it early ensures the site is ready for follow-up trades without delays.

If your property in Greenwood needs grading, leveling, or earthmoving before construction begins, Advanced Services Group can evaluate the site and provide a detailed plan. 


Reach out to schedule dirt work and keep your project on track.