Our Services
From excavation to engineered foundations, Highmark Terra provides the civil work that keeps residential, commercial, and energy projects moving.
Highmark Terra serves homeowners, builders, commercial property owners, and energy developers across Nova Scotia.
We provide excavation, trenching, site preparation, ground screw installation, helical piles, concrete work, and civil support for solar and EV infrastructure. Our team works from engineered drawings and real site conditions to ensure accuracy at every stage. Whether the project is a residential build or a complex energy installation, the goal stays the same: get the ground work right so everything else can move forward without delay.
SITE PREPARTION
Every successful project begins with proper site preparation.
We handle clearing, grading, base preparation, drainage planning, and excavation to ensure your site is stable, level, and ready for construction.
Accurate site prep reduces future settlement issues, protects foundation integrity, and keeps timelines on track.
Ideal for new builds, solar installations, commercial pads, and property improvements.
EXCAVATION & TRENCHING
Precise excavation forms the backbone of underground infrastructure. Before utilities are connected or foundations are installed, depth, alignment, and soil control must be handled correctly. Poor trench layout or improper backfill can lead to inspection failures and costly rework.
We provide trenching for electrical conduit, water lines, drainage systems, and energy interconnections with controlled depth and clean routing. Our operators maintain consistent elevations, proper bedding, and compacted backfill so installations meet specification and perform long term.
GROUND SCREW FOUNDATIONS
Ground screws provide fast, low impact foundation solutions for decks, sheds, solar arrays, and light structures. They eliminate curing time and significantly reduce excavation while still meeting engineered load requirements.
We install with verified torque, alignment, and spacing to match structural plans. Each installation is measured and documented before framing or racking begins, allowing projects to move forward immediately without delays tied to concrete curing.
HELICAL PILES
Helical piles deliver structural stability in challenging soil conditions and engineered builds. They are designed for load bearing foundations where traditional footing solutions may not perform.
We install directly from structural drawings, verifying depth, torque, and alignment to meet specification. Installation is controlled and documented, ensuring foundations are ready for inspection and capable of supporting long term structural loads.
RACKING SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Solar racking systems require accurate layout and alignment to protect long term system performance. Civil precision at this stage directly impacts structural integrity and electrical coordination.
We support developers and EPC contractors with ground mount racking installation that aligns with engineered tolerances. Proper foundation integration and site verification ensure systems install efficiently and remain structurally sound over time.
SPECIALIZED CIVIL CONSTRUCTION
Energy infrastructure projects demand civil accuracy before electrical systems can be installed. Highmark Terra provides civil support for complex energy and infrastructure projects including:
• Solar farms
• EV charging installations
• Battery storage sites
• Microgrid developments
Our team coordinates closely with engineers and electrical contractors to maintain schedule alignment from excavation through foundation completion. Clear scope control reduces friction between trades and protects inspection readiness.
CONCRETE & ASPHALT
Concrete and asphalt installations require proper base preparation and compaction to withstand load demands and Nova Scotia weather conditions. Surface work is only as strong as the preparation beneath it.
We install equipment pads, EV charging foundations, driveways, and small commercial slabs with controlled grading and compaction. Integration with civil and foundation work ensures long term durability and reduced settlement risk.