Excavation contractors move earth to prepare a property for construction and landscaping. They dig foundations and basements, grade sites for drainage, clear land and dig trenches for utilities.
Common excavation services include:
Hire an excavation contractor when a project needs heavy equipment to dig, level or clear land. Sewer line repairs and yard drainage systems have their own specialist categories.
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The Charlotte Grading Company is a Charlotte, NC–based land grading and land clearing contractor serving residential and commercial clients in Charlotte and surrounding areas, offering professional site grading, land clearing, and property preparation using a small fleet of equipment and a focus on delivering quality work at an affordable price.
HEI Civil is a national heavy civil construction general contractor specializing in large-scale, complex infrastructure and site development projects across the Carolinas, Colorado, and Texas, and the company leverages a largely self-performed building profile to deliver roads, bridges, aviation work, water and wastewater systems, excavation, grading, and utility installation while emphasizing safety, quality, proper equipment care, and on-time, on-budget client service.
Jones Construction Enterprises Inc is a Charlotte-based licensed general contracting firm specializing in land development, site clearing, grading, demolition (including asbestos abatement), and site work for municipal, commercial, residential, and land development projects. The company focuses on efficient project execution and responsive client service, backed by local experience and certifications such as NC HUB, DBE, SBE, and Minority Business status, and the company emphasizes hands-on management and quality workmanship across its portfolio.
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NG Companies is a nationwide damage-prevention and subsurface utility solutions provider offering hydrovac excavation, utility locating, 360° video pipe inspection, and high-pressure line jetting to support construction, infrastructure, and maintenance projects; NG Companies focuses on preventing underground utility damage, improving project safety and efficiency, operates across major U.S. regions (including Charlotte, Tampa, Denver, Dallas/Fort Worth, Nashville, Boise, and Austin), and emphasizes rapid response, advanced technology, and rigorous safety standards to serve both large contractors and local firms.
Peterson Grading & Excavation is a family-owned, licensed and insured grading and excavation contractor serving the Charlotte and Concord, NC areas and the broader Carolinas since 1976; the company provides commercial and residential site development services including grading, excavation, drainage and erosion control, land clearing, demolition, driveways and parking areas, pond development and repair, retaining walls and patios, turnkey site work, and hauling of gravel/dirt/mulch, all delivered with a focus on experienced, practical solutions and long-term customer satisfaction.
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UL Excavating is Carolina's premier wholesale material provider and full-service excavating and grading contractor that supplies mulch, gravel, sand, screened topsoil, and decorative rock while providing hauling, grading, and site-preparation services for residential and commercial projects; UL Excavating emphasizes reliable material supply and professional site work execution, supported by customer testimonials highlighting punctuality, clear communication, and end-to-end project handling.
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An excavation contractor uses equipment such as excavators, skid steers and dozers to dig foundations, grade land, clear vegetation, trench for utilities and haul or bring in soil and fill.
Yes. Underground utilities should be marked before excavation, typically by calling 811 in the United States. Ask the contractor who will make the request and how private lines, such as irrigation or septic, will be located.
Ask about equipment and experience with similar sites, how they will handle drainage and erosion control, and whether permits are needed. Confirm insurance and get a written scope that covers hauling and restoration.
Cost depends on the volume of soil moved, soil and rock conditions, site access, slope, hauling distances, disposal or fill material, erosion control and permit requirements.
Mark property lines and planned structures, request utility locates, and remove vehicles and items from the work area. Ask how lawns, driveways and nearby landscaping will be protected or restored.