Grading & Excavating Contractor · Northern California
Before a foundation is poured, the land has to be right. We handle grading, excavating, cut-and-fill, drainage, and site preparation for hillside, rural, and coastal properties across Northern California.
Hillside, Coastal, and Rural Site Prep
Mendocino ridges, Sonoma hills, and East Bay slopes all demand different approaches. We bench into hillsides, cut access roads, install drainage, and build retaining walls so your pad is stable, dry, and ready for construction.
Cut-and-Fill with Real Survey Control
We work from surveyed topo and geotechnical reports, not guesswork. Cut volumes are balanced against fill where possible, minimizing haul-off and import. That saves time, truck traffic, and cost.
Drainage That Protects the Build
Every grade we cut includes a drainage plan — French drains, swales, daylighted lines, and sub-surface systems that keep water away from foundations and out of driveways.
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Answers to the questions we hear most.
Do you handle grading for steep hillside lots?+
Yes — hillside benching and pad construction are core skills. We coordinate with geotechnical engineers to ensure every cut and fill meets slope-stability requirements.
Can you grade for an ADU or outbuilding pad?+
Absolutely. We regularly grade pads for ADUs, barns, garages, and guest houses as standalone projects or as part of a full home build.
How long does site prep and grading take?+
Typical grading and pad prep runs 2–6 weeks depending on site size, access, and weather. Steep or heavily vegetated sites may take longer.
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