Excavation & Grading Contractor Utah — Site Prep, Land Grading & Trenching
A&E performs excavation, land grading, trenching, and site preparation across Utah's southern and northern counties. Licensed B-100 contractor — the essential first step for every major construction project.
The Benefits of Professional Excavation & Grading in Utah
Excavation and grading is the foundation of every major outdoor construction project — the work that happens before anything visible gets built. Improper grading causes water to pool against foundations, driveways to sink and crack, and retaining walls to fail from hydrostatic pressure. At A&E Hardscape & Construction we've been performing excavation and grading across Utah for over 15 years — from residential site prep in Davis County and Iron County to challenging sloped lot excavation for construction projects in Summit County and Wasatch County.
Utah's diverse terrain presents unique excavation challenges — the caliche hardpan soils of Southern Utah require different equipment and techniques than the clay soils of Davis County or the rocky terrain of Summit County mountain lots. As a licensed B-100 General Contractor we assess each site individually, confirm underground utility locations before any digging begins, and handle all required permits. Call 435-253-5322 for a free site assessment.
- Proper grading directs water away from your foundation
- Prevents erosion on Utah's sloped and hilly properties
- Creates level building areas for structures and hardscape
- Underground utilities located before any digging begins
- Utah's diverse soils assessed individually per project
- All permits handled — licensed B-100 General Contractor
- Free on-site assessments — serving all 9 Utah counties
Excavation & Grading Services We Provide in Utah
From small residential grading to full site preparation — A&E handles every type of excavation across Utah.
Residential Site Grading
Land grading and leveling for Utah residential properties — creating level yard areas, correcting drainage problems, and establishing proper grade around foundations. We grade to direct water away from your home and toward appropriate drainage points.
Foundation Excavation
Excavation for concrete foundations, footings, and below-grade structures. We excavate to the correct depth for Utah's frost requirements in your county and remove all spoils from the site. Coordinated with our concrete foundation services for a complete package.
Retaining Wall Excavation
Site excavation and preparation for retaining wall installations — cutting into slopes, removing material, and creating level benches for wall construction. Coordinated with our retaining wall installation services for complete hillside management.
Trenching
Utility trenching for irrigation lines, drainage systems, electrical conduit, gas lines, and water lines. We trench to the correct depth for Utah's frost line requirements and backfill and compact properly after utility installation.
Lot Clearing & Debris Removal
Clearing vegetation, removing rocks and boulders, and preparing raw lots for construction across Utah. We handle material removal and can coordinate dumpster rental for debris disposal through our dumpster rental service.
Drainage Correction
Assessing and correcting drainage problems on Utah residential properties — regrading to eliminate standing water, installing French drains, swales, and drainage channels to direct water away from structures and landscaping.
Why Utah Homeowners Choose A&E for Excavation & Grading
Excavation and grading mistakes are expensive to fix — cut too deep and you're adding fill material and compaction work. Grade incorrectly and water flows toward your foundation instead of away from it. Miss an underground utility line and you're calling the gas company. A&E has been excavating across Utah's diverse soil conditions for 15 years — from the hard caliche of Washington County and Iron County to the expansive clay soils of Davis County and the rocky terrain of Summit County mountain lots. We know Utah's soil conditions county by county and we never start digging until utilities are located.
- Underground Utilities Located Before Every Project Begins
- Utah Soil Conditions Assessed Per County
- Proper Compaction on Every Backfill Operation
- Serving All 9 Utah Counties — Free On-Site Assessments
Our Excavation & Grading Process
Free Site Assessment
We visit your property, assess the existing grade, soil conditions, and drainage patterns, identify any underground utility locations, and confirm permit requirements. We provide a detailed written estimate with exact equipment and labor costs.
Utility Location & Permits
We call 811 to locate all underground utilities before any excavation begins — this is non-negotiable on every A&E project. We obtain any required grading or excavation permits and confirm the project scope with you before mobilizing equipment.
Excavation, Grading & Cleanup
We perform the excavation and grading to the specified dimensions and elevations, compact all backfill material to the correct density, and complete a thorough site cleanup. We confirm final grades and drainage flow before closing out the project.
Excavation & Grading Cost in Utah
- Site assessment
- Utility location
- Small equipment mobilization
- Grading to spec
- Basic drainage correction
- Site cleanup
- Full site assessment
- Utility location
- Lot grading & leveling
- Foundation or wall excavation
- Backfill & compaction
- Debris removal
- Full permit coordination
- Heavy equipment mobilization
- Extensive excavation
- Drainage system installation
- Final grade certification
- Full site cleanup
Excavation & Grading Services Across Utah
Iron County
Cedar City · Enoch · Parowan
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St. George · Hurricane · Santa Clara
View Services →Beaver County
Beaver · Milford · Minersville
View Services →Weber County
Ogden · West Haven · Roy
View Services →Davis County
Layton · Syracuse · Clearfield
View Services →Cache County
Logan · Smithfield · North Logan
View Services →Box Elder County
Perry · Brigham City · Tremonton
View Services →Summit County
Park City · Coalville · Kamas
View Services →Wasatch County
Heber City · Midway · Charleston
View Services →Excavation & Grading Questions Utah Homeowners Ask
How much does excavation cost in Utah?
Excavation costs in Utah vary based on scope and soil conditions. Small residential grading runs $500–$3,000. Land grading for a typical residential lot runs $1,500–$8,000. Large site preparation including foundation excavation and drainage runs $5,000–$25,000+. Call 435-253-5322 for a free on-site assessment and exact estimate.
What is land grading and why does it matter in Utah?
Land grading is reshaping the ground to a specified slope or elevation. In Utah proper grading is critical — it directs water away from foundations during spring runoff and summer thunderstorms, prevents erosion on sloped properties, and creates level areas for construction. Improper grading is one of the most common causes of foundation water damage in Utah homes.
Do you need a permit for excavation in Utah?
Permit requirements vary by scope and location. Significant grading near structures typically requires permits in Utah. A&E confirms requirements during the free site assessment and handles all required permits as a licensed B-100 General Contractor across all 9 Utah counties.
What types of excavation does A&E perform in Utah?
A&E performs residential site grading, foundation excavation, retaining wall excavation, trenching for utilities and drainage, lot clearing, and drainage correction across all 9 Utah counties. We assess each site individually based on soil conditions and project requirements.
Does A&E do excavation near me in Utah?
A&E performs excavation and grading across 9 Utah counties — Iron County, Washington County, Beaver County, Weber County, Davis County, Cache County, Box Elder County, Summit County, and Wasatch County. Call 435-253-5322 to confirm service in your city.
What Utah Homeowners Say About Our Excavation & Grading Work
"A&E regraded our entire Cedar City backyard that had been draining toward our foundation for years. They assessed the drainage patterns correctly, regraded the entire yard, and we haven't had a drop of water near our foundation since. Outstanding work."
"We hired A&E to prepare a sloped lot on our Park City property for a retaining wall and patio project. The excavation was precise, they located all utilities before starting, and the finished grade was perfect for the wall installation. Professional from start to finish."
"A&E did full site grading and trenching for an irrigation system at our Layton property. On time, clean work, and the drainage is now exactly right across the entire yard. Highly recommend for any grading project."
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