Residential Excavation — West Michigan

Your Property.
Done Right.

From lot clearing and driveway grading to drainage, basement excavation, and septic prep — Terracon delivers professional site work for homeowners and residential builders across West Michigan.

Licensed & Fully Insured
GPS Machine Control
Free Estimates
Locally Owned — West Michigan

Residential Services

From new home lots to established properties — we handle every phase of residential site work with experienced operators and the right equipment for any job.

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Driveway Grading & Installation

Gravel and crushed stone driveway installation, regrading of existing driveways, and proper drainage to prevent washouts and soft spots.

02
Lot Clearing & Land Prep

Full lot clearing, topsoil stripping, and rough grading to prepare your land for a new home, garage, or addition.

03
Drainage & Grading

Precision finish grading, swales, French drains, and yard drainage solutions to protect your home and property from water damage.

04
Basements & Footings

Excavation for new home basements, additions, and footing prep. We dig to spec, coordinate with your builder, and handle clean backfill when the work is done.

05
Septic System Installation

Full septic system installation including excavation, tank placement, drain field prep, and backfill. We handle the complete system so you have one contractor to call.

06
Pond Installation & Restoration

New pond excavation for rural and residential properties, plus full pond restoration — cleanouts, reshaping, and deepening of existing ponds.

07
Material Hauling

Gravel delivery, topsoil, fill material, and debris removal. Reliable on-site trucking with no subcontractor delays.

08
Yard & Finish Grading

Precision finish grading to get your lawn perfectly level and ready for seed or sod, with screened topsoil for the best possible start.

09
Pool Excavation

Excavation for inground pool installations. We dig to spec, remove and haul the spoils, and leave a clean, level hole ready for your pool installer.

10
Demolition

Structure demolition and site clearing. We tear down garages, sheds, and barns, then remove all debris and rough grade the area.

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Retaining Wall Prep

Excavation and base preparation for retaining walls and terraced slopes. We cut, grade, and compact so your wall installer has a solid foundation.

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And More

Have a project that doesn’t fit neatly into a category? Give us a call — if it involves earthwork and site prep, we can likely help.

Built for Your Property

Licensed & Fully Insured

Full general liability and workers comp coverage. Certificate of insurance available before we ever set foot on your property.

Experienced Operators

Skilled operators who treat your property with care. We clean up after ourselves and respect your land and landscaping.

Right-Sized Equipment

We bring the right machine for the job — not oversized equipment that tears up your yard or undersized gear that can’t handle the work.

Clear Communication

We show up when we say we will. You’ll know the schedule, the plan, and who to call — every step of the way.

Simple Process

Getting started is easy. Here’s what to expect from first contact to finished work.

01
Request a Free Estimate

Fill out the form below or call us. Tell us about your project — we respond fast, usually same or next day.

02
On-Site Review

We visit your property, walk through the scope with you, and provide a clear written estimate. No surprises, no hidden costs.

03
Scheduled & Confirmed

Once you approve, we confirm your start date. Certificate of insurance provided upfront — before any work begins.

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Work Completed

Our crew shows up on time, does the work right, and cleans up when we’re done. That’s the Terracon standard on every job.

Request a Free Estimate

Tell us about your project and we’ll get back to you fast — usually same or next day. Free estimate, no obligation.

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