Slope

A slope with relation to a construction site or building site refers to the downward grade of the surface. If there is a slope on the property there is a grade of hill that must be dealt with upon the construction of any building or structure. This downward grade will be measured by surveyors and a team of experts before construction begins. The slope should be properly considered when the construction starts as the professionals will need to make adjustments to the building to manage around it. 

When constructing a new building it is important that the slope be adjusted if necessary for the building. This might mean cutting into the downward grade of the surface so that the building foundation or slab sets flat on the ground. It could mean additional excavation before the building or structure is started. The slope might also be built up if the building is going to be placed on top of it. It is possible that the professionals will want to build up the slope so that it creates a flat surface that the building can set on. Ensuring that the slope is not going to run water into the building when it rains is also important. A building on a slope could be damaged over time if there is a consistent flow of water over the slope directly into the building. The contractor hired will need to create drawings of how the downward grade might be handled in the construction phase of putting up a new building or structure.