Weather Impacts on Excavation

We all like to grumble about the weather – especially in Oviedo, where we can periodically experience extreme swings. But few individuals realize the substantial impact of the climate on the economy.

We know this is true because the weather directly influences our market. Therefore, no matter if it is rainfall or snow, hot or cold temps, we need to comprehend how these conditions will impact our undertakings even before they happen and modify our construction strategies accordingly.

Because most construction projects requiring site work or earth moving include a period that can endure at least a few months, and we reside in an area with most seasons, it would be improbable for us to make it through a project without the climate steering our attention.

Wet weather can significantly affect building projects, particularly the excavating piece. During wet years, excavators have to overcome considerable challenges. So how does weather, whether precipitation, snow, wind, or extreme temperatures, affect excavating, and what can excavators do to constrain the impact it has on their project?

How rain affects excavating and land clearing in Oviedo

Construction workers are hearty people. Toiling outside in all sorts of situations is just a portion of the job. However, some construction work must be put on hold if it constantly rains until more decent weather returns.

Lost time on project schedules and workforces hours labored is likely the most significant factor, with the possibility for the rain to effectively shut down sites for whole weeks during unusually soggy periods. In addition, when flooding repeatedly occurs over a short period, the land in that area becomes over-saturated, making the site work almost impossible.

Excessive precipitation also significantly affects equipment, crews, and administrators. For example, when operating in continuously muddy conditions, teams often need to stop the equipment and shovel the trails to clear them, attend to the construction entrances, fix the silt fences, and scrape mud out of the way. This extra time expended, ensuring they can keep pushing on a site, reduces productivity, raises costs, and can delay a job's progress.

Many excavators expect wet conditions and evaluate the weather when estimating and planning an undertaking. However, the weather isn't always predictable, and precipitation can vary dramatically yearly.

Wind's impact on excavating and land clearing in Oviedo

From downed powerlines and flying debris, heavy winds are damaging. As with heavy rains, powerful and sustained blasts can challenge construction projects and generate delays.

Blowing earth, dust, and aggregate might force operations on the construction site to halt. In addition, some equipment, like dump trucks, might not operate safely, as powerful gusts could induce tipping or blow the truck's freight.

Excavators must take the required precautions to guarantee everyone stays safe through heavy winds. Duties that are hazardous in windy circumstances should be placed on hold, but with preplanning and problem-solving, the undertaking can continue smoothly once the problematic conditions "blow" over.

These are just some of the effects that weather has n excavation and land clearing. So contact us now if you need land clearing in Oviedo. We are here for you.