Modular Construction Site Work

North Andover Kids Center — Triumph Modular’s site work is on full display at the North Andover project, with safety bollards, retaining wall, chain link fencing, concrete flatwork, stairs and railings, and grass all pictured in the foreground.

Modular construction site work can include grading, excavation, construction, and installation of septic tanks and filtration systems, driveways, and other utilities.

Foundations

As part of the construction management process, Triumph Modular will install your project’s specified modular construction foundation.

Here are examples of modular construction foundations:

PRE-CAST BLOCKS

Pre-cast blocks are often referred to as “cinder” blocks, and foundations utilizing this material are used on many modular construction installations. Typically, building foundations utilizing pre-cast blocks have minimal site preparation—the blocks are placed upon a solid base pad resting directly on the ground. Usually, there is no soil investigation to determine if the site can support the loads imposed. This type of foundation work is relegated to temporary smaller short-term lease modular buildings.

GRADE BEAMS

Poured-in-place grade beams are the next step up for foundation work. This is the industry’s preferred foundation for permanent installation since it reduces the amount of formwork required.

Poured-in-place installations may require a soil investigation to determine soil characteristics and values. These values are compared to the loads imposed by the structure, and the beams are sized to distribute the loads evenly. Typically, the grade beam is finished at an elevation even with or slightly above the surrounding soil, allowing the building modules to be pulled onto the prepared foundation and then blocked with pre-cast blocks.

The site is prepared by digging trenches at least 12″ deep or below the frost line, where applicable, placing reinforcement steel, and pouring a minimum of 3000 psi concrete.

STEM-WALLS

Stem-wall building foundations more closely resemble conventional construction than the two listed above. This is the most costly type of foundation due to the extensive formwork and the fact that two different pours are required. A stem-wall is a perimeter concrete wall placed atop a larger footing. This type of foundation provides an enclosed crawl space, and consideration must be given to access, ventilation, and drainage of the crawlspace. Drainage must be addressed via sumps, French drains, or other means. Stem-wall foundations are utilized only on permanent installations, often on uneven sites where the building is located on a slope.

HELICAL PILES

Helical piles or anchors are used where traditional foundations are difficult to install. A hydraulic steel shaft with helical-shaped plates is mechanically twisted into the ground like a corkscrew. The helical piles turn 20-60+ feet downward until they reach a stable soil layer or find the proper load-bearing depth. Helical piles can be used if soil conditions are a concern. They are perfect for loose or soft soils and reduce the earth displacement, minimizing site disturbance. Helical piles are also environmentally friendly due to a smaller carbon footprint than other foundation options.

Triumph Modular can develop any type of foundation work for your modular construction project. We’ll work to provide you with the foundation that suits your specific needs.

Grading and Paving

Triumph Modular offers complete site finishing work for your modular construction project, including:

Asphalt or concrete walkways
Granite or asphalt berm (rounded) curbs
Retaining walls, which hold back soil to prevent erosion and create level areas
Decorative walls
Parking lot line striping and signage
Accessibility features, such as walkways, ramps for ADA accessibility, and grade entry to the building
Grading and prep work for play areas

Lexington School Exterior — An example of granite curbing at Lexington High School. Also shown are the asphalt driveway, walkways, landscaping rock, and grass.

Triumph Modular is here to exceed your expectations with our experience and quality service in grading and paving.

Landscaping

Triumph Modular’s commercial landscaping services will furnish and install any landscaping scope of work you require, whether your modular building site needs to be loamed and seeded or flora-filled.

MIT Childcare Center Playground — The MIT Childcare Project (Koch Childcare Center)—an example of intricate landscaping with safe synthetic shock-absorbing turf and poured-in rubber walkways.

Our experience includes projects with elaborate playscapes—like the one depicted above. We work hard to ensure the landscaping ties your project with its natural surroundings.

Our services include:

Landscape installation
Hardscape installation
Irrigation and water management
Special decorative structures

Other Site Work

Construction and paving of driveways
Addition of walkways
Preparation and approval of permits and fees
Septic and sewer systems
Well or water services
Other utility installations

We can complete all facets of site work, including the installation of utilities, site clearing, blasting, grading, foundation work, and anything else to help your modular project succeed.

Our construction management services can support you every step of the way – right from the very start of your project.

Ready to get started? Contact our modular professionals today, and we’ll help you with your project!