Prepare the Land Before You Build

Agribusiness infrastructure and site work that creates stable, accessible, and functional building sites in Illinois Valley and surrounding areas.

Before you can build a barn, install equipment, or create a functional work area, the land has to be graded, compacted, and prepared to support what you're putting on it. Turnkey Contracting by Gillan handles site preparation and infrastructure work in Illinois Valley so your project starts on solid ground. You get access roads that don't turn into mud, pads that stay level under load, and drainage systems that keep water moving away from buildings and equipment.

Agribusiness infrastructure and site work includes grading and excavation, access road construction, concrete pads and foundations, utility installation, and drainage systems designed for rural land. The work is built to handle heavy equipment, seasonal weather, and the traffic your operation creates year after year.

If you're planning a project in Illinois Valley and need the site prepared before construction begins, contact Turnkey Contracting by Gillan to discuss what's required.

What Happens Before the Building Goes Up

Site work begins with surveying the land, identifying drainage issues, and planning how equipment will access the area during and after construction. In Spring Valley, that often means dealing with clay soils, standing water, or grades that need to be corrected before a foundation can be poured. You'll know what material is being brought in, how the site will be compacted, and where water will drain once the work is finished.

When the site is complete, you'll have a level building pad that doesn't settle or shift, access roads with a gravel or rock base that supports truck traffic, and drainage channels that move water away from structures and work areas. The ground is ready for the next phase of construction or use.

Materials include crushed stone, gravel, geotextile fabric for stabilization, and reinforced concrete for foundations and pads. Utility work may involve running water lines, electrical conduit, or drainage pipe depending on the scope. The service does not include utility hookups to existing systems unless coordinated with local providers and included in the contract.

Site work feels like a big step, and it is.

Most questions about infrastructure and site preparation focus on cost, timing, and what happens if conditions aren't what you expected. Here's what comes up most often.

What types of site work do you handle for agribusiness projects?

Turnkey Contracting by Gillan handles grading and excavation, access road construction, building pad preparation, concrete foundations and pads, utility trenching, and drainage installation. The work prepares land for construction, equipment placement, or operational use.
How do you deal with drainage problems on rural sites?
Drainage systems are designed based on site topography, soil type, and how water moves during heavy rain. Solutions include grading to direct flow, installing culverts or tile drainage, and creating swales or berms to prevent pooling near buildings or roads.
What materials are used for access roads and pads?
You'll see crushed rock, gravel, and geotextile fabric for road bases, and reinforced concrete for pads that support heavy equipment. Materials are selected based on expected load, traffic frequency, and soil conditions in Spring Valley.
How long does site preparation take before construction can start?
Timeline depends on the size of the site, soil conditions, and weather. Most site work is completed in one to two weeks, though larger projects or poor soil may require additional time for proper compaction and stabilization.
What happens if you hit rock or unexpected underground conditions?
If rock or unsuitable soil is encountered, you'll be notified and given options for addressing it. That may include blasting, removal and replacement with engineered fill, or adjusting the site plan to avoid problem areas. Work does not proceed without your approval.

Turnkey Contracting by Gillan prepares sites throughout Spring Valley for barns, shops, equipment storage, and other agribusiness structures. If you're ready to move forward with site work or want to walk through what your land requires, contact us to schedule a site review.