From breaking ground, to raising roofs, we handle the dirt and the details. Construction Solutions is a full service general contractor and excavation company based out of Amesbury MA. We have been serving New England for over 40 years in both commercial and residential sectors. We utilize both mechanical and vacuum excavation techniques for high-quality site work done right.
The term general contractor is broad, it can define a individual or company that installs siding, roofs, or decks, or it can define our work, which performs larger scale construction, project management services, and also has a talented in-house excavation team. In addition to working from the ground up, we manage commercial property and perform post-construction routine maintenance.
Introduction: Building from the Ground Up
Every successful residential or commercial project starts with safe, proper site work.
As a General Contractor, Construction Solutions, Inc., partners with clients across New England prepare their land, protect their investments, and build with confidence.
In this guide, you’ll learn:
- What site work covers
- The importance of grading, drainage, and excavation
- How our residential and commercial services differ
- Why safety and local compliance matter
- How we keep your project on schedule and on budget
1. What Is Site Work?
Site work includes all the essential tasks that make your project build-ready. Proper site work prevents costly problems like flooding, erosion, and foundation damage. This is where the project manager works closely with architects and engineers to get all the essentials installed, laid out and level, so your structure can go up. Our in-house excavation team executes a multitude of tasks for getting your site build-read.
Site work includes:
- Demolition, land clearing & debris removal
- Excavation for foundations
- Grading and soil stabilization
- Stormwater management & drainage solutions
- Utility trenching & installation (water, sewer, electric, gas)
- Building access roads, driveways, parking lots
- Soil Screening
To learn more about our excavation services, view our services page
2. Residential Site Work: Foundations, New Construction, Drainage Solutions, Utilities & Septic Systems
For residential homeowners and developers we handle larger scale solutions:
- New Construction, including homes, additions, & ADU’s
- Foundation repair and replacement solutions
- Water main and sewer hook ups and repairs
- New home excavation, foundation prep
- Grading and leveling yards
- Utility line locating and repair
- Septic System Installations & Upgrades
- Drainage improvements to keep basements dry
- Dirt floor basement conversions
✅ Tip: Poor drainage is the #1 reason New England basements leak. Fix it before you build! It will save you money, time and a lot of headaches by providing proper mitigation techniques at the start of your project.
If the home is already in place, perimeter drains or sump pump can be installed to repair leaks. Have a proper site inspection done to see if land grading or backfilling is needed to help mitigate water.
3. Commercial Site Work, Design Build, & Environmental Remediation
Commercial properties have unique demands. As a General Contractor, we help property owners and developers keep sites safe, attractive, and ready for business:
- Demolition Services
- Full Site Work for Developments
- Large and Small Scale Excavation & Grading Services
- Design Build Construction
- Utility Repair, Replace or New Installations
- Environmental remediation solutions
- Vacuum excavation for sensitive utility work
- Parking lot installation
- Stormwater management & erosion control
- Post Construction Maintenance
For more information on Commercial Site Work for New Developments, read Our Solutions: “Everything You Need to Know About Commercial Site Work Before You Build”
4. Commercial Property Management
We combine our skills of general contracting, project management, and regulatory compliance into one, for owners and businesses alike. We have vast experience managing all types of commercial property with a high satisfaction rate:
- 24 hour emergency response
- Oversee landscaping, cleaning and other routine upkeep
- Exterior maintenance & seasonal upkeep
- Snow & Ice Management
- Regulatory compliance and maintenance – fire alarm & sprinklers, restaurant routine compliance
- Tenant fit outs and repairs
✅ Tip: Clean, safe exteriors improve curb appeal, protect tenants, and reduce liability.
5. Vacuum Excavation: The Smart, Safe Solution
Contractors, municipalities and commercial and residential clients rely on us for our Vac Truck Services. When you need to dig near underground utilities or in tight spaces, vacuum excavation is the safest choice. Our fleet of vac trucks lets us:
- Locate buried lines (potholing) without damage
- Utility Installation/Repair
- Catch Basin and Detention Pond Maintenance
- Hydro Excavation
- Wet/Dry Vacuum
- Safely remove soil in confined basements or urban lots
- Handle foundation work with minimal disruption
- Flood Clean Up
- Power Plant Services
- Silt Removal
Pro Tip: Vacuum Excavation is allowed in lieu of hand digging within the 18″ Dig Safe Threshold of marked utilities. That makes it the preferred and safe choice for utility work
6. Septic System Installation
We offer full service septic installations, including Title V compliant septic systems for MA. We have our own in-house excavation team, so no need to hire and manage multiple contractors.
- Septic excavation and installation
- Board of Health compliance in MA, NH and ME
- Excavation, grading, and safe installation
- Drainage grading to prevent system failures
- Restaurant Grease Trap Installation / Repair
7. Our Commitment to Safety & Local Compliance
A high quality general contractor takes safety compliance seriously
Every site we touch follows strict safety and environmental standards. We know the unique soil conditions, drainage requirements, and permitting processes in New England, so your project stays compliant — and on schedule
Our team is OSHA certified, well trained, and regular site audits are completed by senior staff members.
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