Services

Site Prep

There are a number of steps that must be taken before excavating, pouring foundation, or starting on the construction of a project.

Demolition

Demolition can include anything small, from old fences and sheds, to something as large as a house. All objects must be safely dismantled, hauled away, and disposed of. Some materials may be salvageable if properly removed.

Clearing & Brush-Cutting

Clearing is the removal of light vegetation and brush-cutting, and can include some tree and stump removal, as well as work in more heavily forested areas. Some trees and areas of vegetation can be kept untouched to create an appealing landscape.

For information about selling timber, we recommend contacting a forestry professional or logging service.

Grading

Grading uses the Cut & Fill method to move dirt and rocks and create an even landscape. Proper grading is also important for drainage and erosion control. Occasionally, dirt my need to be removed or brought in and added, depending on the scope of a project.

Two important factors that affect both clearing and grading are the slope of the land and the condition of the soil. Sloping land, rocky terrain, and wetland areas can all make for a more difficult and time-consuming project.

Lawn Re-Sloping

Re-sloping a lawn may help with drainage problems in a yard, prevent water from flowing towards the basement or foundation, and provide erosion control.

Fire-Hazard Clearing

Removing any dry or overgrown vegetation, dead trees, and oversized trees growing or extending too close to a structure is an important preventative measure in fire-prone areas. Check out How To Prepare Your Home For A Wildfire from the NFPA’s Firewise program!

Tree & Stump Removal

Often, trees and stumps can’t be safely removed without experience and specialized equipment, and in most cases, shouldn’t be attempted as a DIY project.

Completely pulling a stump out removes most large sections of roots, and prevents the future rotting and caving in of large sections that may otherwise remain.

Hauling away large pieces of a tree or stump can be a lengthy and back-breaking process, but with the proper equipment it takes a fraction of the time.

Excavation

Using heavy machinery can significantly decrease the timeline of a project, but it’s not feasible for every homeowner to buy an excavator, trencher, or backhoe. With the right experience and equipment, even a small team like ours can quickly accomplish most tasks.

Driveways & Patios

Excavation for a driveway or patio can include grading and hauling in the projects materials. Even in smaller projects, proper drainage is important in order to avoid standing water and enhance durability.

Swimming Pools & Ponds

Building a swimming pool or pond is not as simple as digging a hole in the ground. Grading is as vital here as it is in any other excavation project.

Additionally, creating a natural pond is a significant undertaking. Some factors that should be considered before starting are soil quality, feasibility, size, purpose, and ecological implications.

Trenching for foundations & Utilities

A mini excavator is a versatile tool that offers a great amount of control, can fit into relatively narrow spaces, and do the job of more specialized machines. This means a trencher is not necessary when digging for foundations. It can also be very beneficial when needing to dig trenches for new utilities around already existing buildings.

Basements, Crawlspaces, Cellars, etc.

There are a variety of other projects that may require the use of an excavation service. We’d love to help you with yours!