When your land is graded correctly, water flows where it should instead of pooling around your foundation or turning your yard into a muddy mess. You get stable, level ground that’s genuinely ready for construction, landscaping, or whatever project you’re planning.
The difference between amateur grading and professional work shows up fast. Poor grading means water problems, settling issues, and expensive fixes down the road. Professional grading means your project starts on solid ground and stays that way.
You’re not just moving dirt around. You’re creating the foundation that everything else depends on.
We’ve been handling grading and excavation projects throughout Big Hollow and the surrounding area for years. We understand how local soil behaves, where water tends to collect, and what it takes to create lasting solutions in this region.
This is a family business where owner Josh is present on almost every job. When you hire us, you’re not getting a crew that shows up and disappears. You’re working with people who’ve built our reputation on being your “excavator forever” – the team you call when you need work done right.
We started as a logging business in 1997 and transitioned to full-time excavation in 2020. That background taught us to read the land and understand how different terrain affects every project.
First, we evaluate your site for drainage needs, soil conditions, and the best approach for your specific terrain and project goals. This prevents costly mistakes and ensures the grading meets your specifications exactly.
Next, the grading work begins with the right equipment for your specific job. We handle everything from rough grading for new construction sites to finish grading for landscaping preparation and corrective grading to fix existing drainage problems.
Every project includes proper slope calculation to ensure water drains correctly, compaction where needed for stability, and careful attention to existing utilities and property features. We coordinate with other contractors when your grading is part of a larger construction project, ensuring the work flows smoothly from one phase to the next.
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Our grading service covers everything from initial site evaluation to final grade completion. We bring the right equipment for your specific project – from compact machines for tight residential spaces to larger equipment for extensive site work.
Our trucking capabilities mean we can efficiently handle material delivery or removal as needed, whether you need fill dirt brought in or excess material hauled away. This integrated approach saves you time and eliminates the coordination headaches that come with using multiple contractors.
In Big Hollow, we regularly deal with rocky soil, seasonal water issues, and varying terrain that requires different approaches for different properties. Simple residential grading projects often take one to three days, while more complex work involving significant material movement or drainage correction can take a week or more. We’ll give you a realistic timeframe upfront based on your specific requirements.
Simple residential grading projects often take one to three days, while more complex work involving significant material movement or drainage correction can take a week or more. The timeline depends on the size of the area, how much material needs to be moved, soil conditions, and weather.
We’ll give you a realistic timeframe upfront based on your specific project requirements. Weather can affect the schedule – we don’t grade in conditions that would compromise the quality of the work or damage your property. It’s better to wait for proper conditions than to rush and create problems.
Permit requirements depend on the scope of work and local regulations in Big Hollow. Small grading projects typically don’t require permits, but larger projects involving significant earth movement or changes to drainage patterns often do.
If your grading is part of new construction, the permits usually cover the grading work as well. We understand local permit requirements and can help you navigate what’s needed for your specific project. It’s always better to check before starting work than to deal with compliance issues later.
Rough grading is the cutting, filling, and compacting of earth prior to the final grading process. During rough grading, we level the ground and backfill wherever needed, then make sure the site is leveled properly to handle correct drainage.
Finish grading is the preparation of the ground for seeding, planting, and paving. This involves clearing the site of rocks and debris and creating the smoothest, most finished surface possible. Both are important – rough grading creates the foundation, and finish grading prepares the surface for whatever comes next.
We take precautions to protect existing features you want to keep, but some impact is unavoidable when heavy equipment is working on your property. We’ll discuss what can be protected and what might need to be temporarily disturbed or relocated before we start work.
Mature trees, established landscaping, and existing structures require special consideration during grading projects. The key is planning the work to minimize unnecessary damage while still achieving the grading objectives. In some cases, temporary disruption is necessary to prevent bigger problems later – like fixing drainage issues that would eventually damage landscaping anyway.
Proper drainage planning prevents most water issues during and after grading. This includes understanding groundwater levels, installing temporary drainage during construction, and establishing permanent drainage systems that direct water away from foundations and structures.
Every grading project includes proper slope calculation to ensure water drains correctly. We understand local drainage patterns in Big Hollow and design grading solutions that work with the natural water flow rather than fighting it. Poor drainage is one of the most expensive problems to fix after construction, so we get it right from the start.
This is a family business where owner Josh is present on almost every job to ensure quality. We’re not the cheapest option, but we focus on building lasting relationships with customers by providing exceptional care and value rather than just cheap labor.
We understand local soil conditions, drainage patterns, and the specific challenges that come with grading land in Big Hollow and the surrounding area. Our trucking capabilities mean we can handle material delivery and removal efficiently, and we coordinate seamlessly with other contractors when your grading is part of a larger construction project. You’re working with people who’ve built our reputation on being reliable and getting the job done right.
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