General contractor in Lower and Upper Makefield, PA

Upper Makefield's combination of sloped terrain and proximity to Houghs Creek and Jericho Creek means surface water moves fast and in high volume during storms. The right solution depends on where the water is coming from and where it needs to go. Options include regrading to slow and redirect surface flow, retention basins to capture and hold runoff before it reaches structures, French drains to intercept subsurface water, and erosion control construction on slopes where soil is moving. A site assessment is the starting point for any of these.

Yes. Properties in Lower Makefield near the Delaware Canal and the Yardley Borough border are in or near FEMA-designated flood hazard areas, and the clay-heavy floodplain soil holds water differently than the upland soils further west in Bucks County. Drainage systems in this corridor need to be designed for higher moisture loads and for soil that transmits hydrostatic pressure against foundations. We account for the specific conditions on each property rather than applying a standard residential drainage spec.

Yes. Erosion control construction on sloped properties in Upper and Lower Makefield is a regular part of our work. The elevation change across both townships creates conditions where unprotected slopes lose soil quickly during heavy rain. We assess the slope, the soil type, and the volume of water moving across the surface before recommending an approach, which may include regrading, erosion control fabric and seeding, or a combination of drainage infrastructure and slope stabilization.

Yes. Foundation excavation for new home construction on larger Makefield parcels is work we do. The rolling terrain in both townships means foundation depth and layout often need to account for slope and soil variation across the footprint of the structure. We coordinate with the builder or engineer on the layout before we dig and handle rough grading around the foundation after excavation is complete.