M/E Engineering Office Basement Trenching & Concrete Restoration

Project Overview

At M/E Engineering’s Rochester office, Westside Construction Group carried out detailed trenching and concrete restoration to locate and expose an existing sanitary sewer hub within the basement. Due to limited space and access, all excavation and material handling were performed by hand, with spoil removal coordinated through two elevators and a loading dock. The project was completed safely, cleanly, and without disruption to ongoing office operations.

Preconstruction Planning & Safety Coordination

‍Conduct a site assessment to plan trench routes, spoil removal logistics, and confined-space safety procedures.

Manual Excavation & Exposure

‍Perform precise hand-digging through the concrete slab to reach and expose the existing sanitary hub without damaging surrounding utilities.

Material Handling Logistics

‍Utilize elevators and a loading dock to safely remove spoil material from the basement while maintaining clean work zones.

Sanitary Line Identification

‍Verify pipe locations and conditions through inspection and measurement for accurate alignment with new design layouts.

Backfill & Compaction

‍Place compacted backfill to specified densities, ensuring structural support beneath the restored floor slab.

Concrete Restoration

‍Pour and finish new concrete surfaces to match existing elevations and finishes, leaving no visible sign of disturbance.

Project Benefits

Zero Operational Impact: All work completed during business hours with no disruption to office activities.
Precision in Confined Space: Manual excavation protected adjacent infrastructure and structural supports.
Clean Execution: Strict dust control and cleanup protocols maintained professional work conditions.
Reliable Coordination: Seamless collaboration with the engineering staff ensured accurate trench placement.
Structural Integrity: Proper compaction and finishing restored full load-bearing capacity to the floor.
Professional Finish: Restored slab blended seamlessly with the existing workspace aesthetic.

Conclusion

The M/E Engineering Office Basement Trenching project highlights Westside Construction Group’s ability to execute precision excavation in highly constrained environments. Through careful planning, manual control, and professional coordination, the team successfully delivered critical underground access with zero disruption—demonstrating Westside’s signature precision, cleanliness, and reliability in live commercial settings.

Project Objective

Perform confined-space trenching to access and expose the sanitary sewer hub, manage spoil transport through limited access points, and fully restore concrete surfaces—ensuring structural soundness and uninterrupted operations within an active commercial office.