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Komatsu PC200-8 excavator used by Contractors Marine

Experienced operators, reliable equipment

Excavating & Waterfront Site Work

Clearing, grading, trenching, ponds and waterfront digging, done right with experienced operators and machines like our Komatsu PC200-8.

  • Land clearing & site prep
  • Grading, trenching & foundations
  • Ponds, basins & drainage
  • Waterfront digging near seawalls

Get a Free Excavating & Site Work Estimate

No obligation. A real expert follows up.

  • βœ” Honest advice, with cheaper options if there are any
  • βœ” Clear written price
  • βœ” Permits handled for you
(616) 836-1911

Since 2013

serving West Michigan from Fruitport

200,000

cubic yards dredged on one lake job

40+ yrs

team experience on Great Lakes waters

100%

of permits handled for you

Excavation Services

Good construction starts with good dirt work. We shape your site to the exact grades you need, on land and right at the water's edge.

We handle:

  • βœ“Land clearing and site preparation
  • βœ“Grading and leveling for drainage, pads and driveways
  • βœ“Trenching for utilities, water lines and drainage
  • βœ“Pond and retention basin digging and cleanout
  • βœ“Foundations, footings and small demolition
  • βœ“Waterfront excavation tied to seawalls and shoreline work
Komatsu PC200-8 excavator

How it works

Our Excavating & Site Work Process

  1. 1

    Site evaluation

    We walk the site, check soils and access, and confirm what you need.

  2. 2

    Plan & permits

    Earth changes within 500 ft of water, or over 1 acre, need a soil erosion permit. We handle it.

  3. 3

    Dig & grade

    Experienced operators work to your grades and specs.

  4. 4

    Restore

    Erosion controls, final grading and cleanup.

By the Numbers

PC200-8

Komatsu excavator in our fleet

500 ft

earth changes this close to water need a soil erosion permit

1 acre+

disturbance also triggers a permit

Waterfront

digging is our specialty

Working near water?

Get the free Michigan Waterfront Permit Checklist so you know which soil erosion and state permits apply.

Excavating & Site Work FAQ

Do I need a soil erosion permit?

In Michigan, earth changes within 500 feet of a lake or stream, or that disturb an acre or more, need a Part 91 soil erosion permit from your county or city agency. We handle it.

Can you dig a new pond?

Yes. We excavate new ponds, retention basins and sediment basins, and maintain existing ones.

Do you take smaller jobs?

Yes. Give us a call. If we're not the right fit, we'll tell you.

Can you work right at the shoreline?

Yes. Waterfront excavation tied to seawalls and shoreline protection is our specialty.

Ready to Talk About Your Excavating & Site Work Project?

Free estimate. Honest advice. Permits handled.

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