About Ground Level Guides
What Is Ground Level Guides?
Ground Level Guides is a free resource site built for construction and infrastructure professionals. We cover the practical topics that matter on job sites, in plan reviews, and in the day-to-day operations of running a construction business — written in plain language, without the noise.
Who This Site Is For
This site is built for people who work in the field: contractors, site supervisors, municipal and public works staff, and small construction business owners. If you are managing grading work, dealing with stormwater compliance, maintaining public infrastructure, or trying to figure out licensing requirements for your state, this site is for you.
What You’ll Find Here
Ground Level Guides covers five core topic areas:
- Dirt Work & Grading — earthwork fundamentals, cut and fill, compaction, and site prep
- Stormwater & Environmental — erosion control, BMPs, permit requirements, and compliance basics
- Infrastructure & Public Works — roads, drainage, utilities, and municipal construction topics
- Construction Tools & Equipment — guidance on selecting, using, and maintaining field equipment
- Contractor Business & Licensing — licensing by state, insurance, bonding, contracts, and business operations
Our Editorial Approach
Content on this site is written by the GLG Editorial Team — people with backgrounds in construction and infrastructure work. We do not write for search engines first. We write for the person on the job site who needs a straight answer. No filler, no jargon for its own sake, and no paywalls. Some pages include affiliate links to tools or products we cover — those links help keep the site running, and they are always disclosed.
Start Exploring
Pick a topic from the menu above and dig in. If something is missing or you have a question, use the contact page to let us know.