A home being built to last starts before construction even begins. Long before a single framing wall goes up, we have to pass site verification. Since every piece of land has its own soil composition, natural topography, and seems to have its own unique personality, taking the time to thoroughly inspect and test your lot before construction begins is crucial. That’s how we prevent costly repairs down the road. But no worries, your friends at Andries Builders will make sure your site is 100% build-ready!
How We Confirm Your Lot is 100% Build-Ready
There’s a lot that goes into preparing a piece of land for a custom build. It’s like setting the stage for a theatrical performance; everything needs to be aligned, stable, and ready before the main event begins! Here’s a peek behind the curtain to our comprehensive verification process:
Geotechnical Soil Testing & Subsurface Analysis: What lies beneath the surface is just as important as what sits on top! We coordinate with professional geotechnical engineers to perform soil borings. This verifies soil load-bearing capacity, checks for high water tables, and determines whether rock or expansive clay is present so we can design the exact right foundation system for your land. This is one of the most important steps here in Louisiana.
Boundary Setback & Topographical Surveys: Precision is everything! A detailed licensed survey establishes your exact property lines, identifies municipal setback requirements, and maps elevation changes across the property. Understanding the slope helps us plan proper home placement and efficient grading.
Utility Verification & Site Infrastructure Access: It goes without saying that a build-ready site needs access to essential utilities. So we inspect and verify the proximity of municipal water, sewer, electrical power, and natural gas lines—or evaluate soil perc test results for septic placement and well locations on rural properties.
Comprehensive Drainage & Environmental Planning: Water always seeks the path of least resistance. We analyze natural rainwater flow across your lot to engineer a proactive grading and drainage plan. This keeps surface water flowing safely away from your future foundation during heavy spring storms.
Ready, Set, Build!
When we build your home, you won’t have to guess whether your lot is suitable for your dream floor plan! We take care of every site study, survey, and engineer evaluation for you. So you can rest easy in the Big Easy, knowing the only thing you have to focus on is living in your dream home for decades to come.