what is grading in construction

Grading in construction refers to the process of reshaping land at a construction site to create a level base or a specific slope for a construction project). The main objectives of grading include creating proper drainage and preparing land to bear weight. Grading can involve raising or lowering ground levels, adding or removing slopes, or leveling the ground surface. Grading can be used for various purposes, such as creating a level and stable surface, complying with building codes and regulations, improving the aesthetic of the finished project, and ensuring proper drainage. Grading is typically done using heavy machinery like bulldozers and excavators to roughly prepare an area and then using a grader for a finer finish). The process of grading will vary depending on each projects scale and needs.