Safe Demolition with Utility Disconnects, Grading & Black Dirt

This Kankakee project required a complete residential teardown, utility disconnection, fencing, erosion control, backfill, black dirt installation, and final restoration to greenspace. Donegal delivered a fully compliant and clean project from start to finish.
Commitment to Details

About the Project

A property owner in Kankakee hired Donegal to remove an existing residential structure and restore the land for future development. The job required safe utility disconnections, proper erosion control, and environmental best practices during and after demolition.

Donegal oversaw all phases — demolition, debris hauling, grading, and soil restoration — providing a seamless, one-contractor solution.

Key Project Stats

  • Location: Kankakee, Illinois
  • Scope: Demolition, utilities, fencing, silt control, grading, topsoil, restoration
  • Environmental Measures: Silt fence + stabilized soil
  • Final Condition: Clean greenspace with new seed blanket
  • Completion: On time and in full compliance

The Challenge

This project required comprehensive planning due to:

  • Close-quarters demolition next to residential neighbors
  • Required sewer and water main disconnections
  • Erosion risks during demolition and grading
  • Large debris volume needing efficient hauling
  • Soil restoration requiring proper topsoil and seed blanket installation

Donegal’s multi-division team made coordination simple and safe.

Our Approach

1. Site Protection & Setup

Construction fencing was installed to secure the property, and silt fencing was placed to control erosion and protect surrounding areas.

2. Utility Disconnects

Licensed crews disconnected sewer and water services following Kankakee municipal standards.

3. Demolition

Our operators performed a controlled teardown using modern equipment and dust control, ensuring nearby homes remained safe.

4. Grading + Black Dirt Installation

After demolition and debris removal, Donegal graded the lot for proper drainage and placed high-quality black dirt for soil stability and future landscaping.

5. Seed & Blanket Installation

A seed blanket was added to protect the soil, reduce erosion, and establish clean, healthy greenspace.

Results

Delivered to Donegal Standards:

  • Safe demolition with zero incidents
  • Clean and compliant utility disconnections
  • Erosion-controlled, properly fenced site
  • Smooth grading and topsoil installation
  • Healthy, stabilized greenspace
  • Efficient communication with the property owner

The finished site was clean, level, and ready for its next use — exactly what Donegal is known for.

Why Donegal Was the Right Choice

This project demonstrates Donegal’s strength in delivering:

  • Safe residential demolition
  • Complete site protection & erosion control
  • Skilled utility work
  • Clean debris removal
  • Professional grading and soil restoration
  • Full project management under one contractor

When quality, safety, and reliability come first — Donegal gets it done. Flat Out Sir.

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