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Grading Contractor in Anaheim & Southern California
Ochoa Grading & Paving is a grading contractor in Anaheim, licensed in Class C-12 Earthwork and Paving (CSLB Lic. #1153314). We do rough and finish grading, excavation, site preparation and drainage for homes and businesses across Orange County and Southern California.
Grading & Excavation Services
Grading is in our name. Ochoa Grading & Paving prepares sites across Southern California for driveways, parking lots, building pads, hardscape and landscaping. We set the grades, move and compact the soil, and build the base that everything else sits on.
- Rough grading: cutting and filling to establish site elevations.
- Finish grading: precise final grades for paving, concrete and landscape.
- Excavation: removing soil, old pavement and debris, and digging for footings and utilities.
- Site preparation and clearing: getting raw or existing lots ready to build.
- Aggregate base installation: placing and compacting the base under asphalt and concrete.
- Drainage correction: re-grading to move water away from structures and off pavement.
- Building pads: compacted pads ready for slabs and foundations.
- Demolition and haul-off: removing old asphalt and concrete.
Site Preparation for Paving
Most asphalt and concrete failures trace back to poor subgrade or base work: soft spots, inadequate compaction or water with nowhere to go. Because we do the grading and the paving, we don't cut corners on the part you can't see. That's how our asphalt and concrete work lasts.
Drainage & Water Problems
Ponding water, flooding near a foundation, or runoff eroding your property all usually come down to grade. We re-grade surfaces, add swales and valley gutters, and set pavement slopes so water goes where it's supposed to.
Residential & Commercial Grading
We grade residential lots, driveways and backyards as well as commercial parking lots, industrial yards and new construction sites. General contractors and developers can rely on us for grading and paving under one contract.
Grading in Anaheim
Anaheim is our home base. We grade flat lots in central and west Anaheim and sloped lots in Anaheim Hills, where drainage and slope stability matter most. Nearby, we also work in Orange, Fullerton, Placentia, Yorba Linda and the rest of Orange County.
Anaheim grading permits: grading permits in Anaheim go through the city's Public Works department. Grading on flat lots follows the city's grading code (Anaheim Municipal Code Chapter 17.04), while lots in a designated hillside area follow the city's separate hillside grading procedures (Chapter 17.06). Work in a public street or sidewalk needs a separate right-of-way permit. Not every small job needs a grading permit, so ask us about your project and we'll explain what's typically required.
What a C-12 License Means
The California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) issues the C-12 Earthwork and Paving license to contractors who cut, fill, excavate, grade, trench and backfill, and who place paving and other surfacing materials. That's exactly the work we do. You can check our license, CSLB Lic. #1153314, on the CSLB website.
Pricing
What Affects the Price of Grading & Excavation
Every property is different, so we price each job after an on-site look. These are the main things that affect the cost:
- Size of the area and amount of soil moved
- Cut-and-fill balance, and whether soil must be imported or exported
- Soil type and moisture conditions
- Rock, roots, old concrete or debris to remove
- Compaction and testing requirements
- Drainage features like swales and valley gutters
- Grading permits and engineering requirements
- Site access for equipment and trucks
Want the details? Read our guide: Repair, resurface or replace?. For an exact price, request a free on-site estimate or call (714) 829-7881.
FAQ
Grading Questions
What's the difference between rough grading and finish grading?
Rough grading moves large amounts of soil to set the general shape and elevations of a site. Finish grading is the precise final shaping that sets exact slopes for drainage and prepares the surface for paving, concrete or landscaping.
Why is grading important before paving?
The asphalt or concrete surface is only as strong as what's under it. Proper grading and compaction prevent settling, cracking and potholes, and the right slope keeps water from pooling and breaking down the pavement.
Do I need a permit for grading in Anaheim?
Often, yes. Grading permits in Anaheim go through Public Works: flat lots follow Municipal Code Chapter 17.04 and designated hillside areas follow Chapter 17.06. Some small jobs are exempt. Other cities and counties have their own rules, and we can explain what your project typically requires.
Who is a licensed grading contractor in Anaheim?
Ochoa Grading & Paving is a grading contractor based in Anaheim with a California C-12 Earthwork and Paving license (CSLB Lic. #1153314). Call (714) 829-7881 for a free on-site estimate.
Can you fix water pooling on my driveway or parking lot?
Yes. Ponding is usually a grade problem. We can re-grade and repave affected areas, or add drainage features like valley gutters and swales to move water off the surface.
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