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Reliable Excavation & Drainage Services for Marquette County Properties

From drainage issues and gravel driveway failures to site preparation and land grading, we provide excavation work focused on water control, proper base, and long-term performance across residential and commercial properties.
Serving Marquette, Delta, and Alger Counties.

Excavation & Land Services for Upper Peninsula Property Owners

Property problems up here usually come down to water, access, or ground that won’t behave. We handle drainage work that keeps water away from foundations, gravel driveways that hold up through freeze–thaw cycles, and grading that fixes slope issues instead of masking them.

Gravel Driveway Installation & Repair

Drainage Solutions & Water Management

Grading & Land Leveling

Site Preparation for Builders

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Our Ground Work Survives Harsh U.P. Winters

When excavation work goes wrong, the problems don’t show up right away – they come back with water, settling, and repairs. We stay involved from start to finish, make decisions in the field, and focus on the details that keep the work from needing to be redone.

  • Direct communication with the owner on every project
  • Professional excavation training and hands-on field experience
  • Equipped to handle residential properties, new construction sites, and commercial projects
  • Serving Marquette County and surrounding Upper Peninsula communities

Why Our Excavation Work Holds Up Over Time

Most excavation problems come down to small decisions missed in the field – grade that’s close enough, drainage that almost works, base that wasn’t built for the conditions. We pay attention to those details because that’s where long-term failures start.
Our approach is simple: understand how water moves, how the ground behaves, and what the property needs to hold up season after season. If the fix doesn’t change the outcome, the work’s not done.

The Drainage, Driveway & Grading Problems We Fix in Marquette County

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Drainage & Water Issues

Water pooling, foundation flooding, and runoff usually point to grade or drainage that isn’t doing its job. We correct how water moves across and away from your property.

  • Yard and surface drainage problems
  • Water collecting near foundations
  • Underground downspout connections
  • Drainage correction to control erosion
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Gravel Driveways That Won’t Hold Up

If a driveway keeps washing out or turning to mud, the base and grade are usually the problem. We rebuild gravel driveways so they stay usable through changing seasons.
  • New gravel driveway installation
  • Driveway rehab and regrading
  • Rutting, washouts, and soft spots
  • Proper base preparation
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Uneven Land & Slope Problems

Poor slope causes water problems and limits how usable your land is. We correct grade at the source and stabilize it when needed.
  • Grading and land leveling
  • Slope corrections around structures
  • Low spots that collect water
  • Retaining walls where grade needs support
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Site Preparation for New Construction

Before building starts, the ground has to be right. We prepare raw land so the next phase can move forward without delays.

  • Site grading and preparation
  • Builder and developer site work
  • Base preparation for construction
  • Access and layout readiness

Working Across Marquette County & the Central U.P.

We work with property owners across the central and eastern U.P., including residential, builder, and commercial sites. If your property falls outside these areas, get in touch – we’ll let you know if it’s a good fit.

Primary Service Area
Marquette County: Gwinn, Marquette, Negaunee, Ishpeming, Little Lake

Extended Service Area

Delta County: Escanaba, Gladstone, & surrounding areas
Alger County: Munising, Chatham, & surrounding areas

Let’s Take A Look At Your Property!

Whether it’s water issues, a failing driveway, grading problems, or a site that needs prep, give us a clear picture of what you’re dealing with. We’ll review the details and get back to you with a clear take on scope, timing, and next steps.

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