Sierra Excavation
Site Preparation and Grading in Heber and Park City
Sierra Excavation provides lot clearing, site preparation and grading for homes, cabins, shops and commercial projects across Heber, Park City and Wasatch and Summit County. We turn raw, uneven or overgrown ground into a stable, well-drained site that is ready for construction.
What Is Site Preparation?
Site preparation is everything that happens to a property before construction begins. It usually includes clearing vegetation and debris, stripping topsoil, cutting and filling to the planned elevations, compacting the ground, building access, and shaping the land so water drains away from future structures.
Good site preparation sets up every other trade for success. Poor site prep can lead to settling, drainage problems and delays later in the project.
Our Site Preparation and Grading Services
Lot clearing, brush and tree removal
Topsoil stripping and stockpiling
Rough grading and finish grading
Cut and fill to plan elevations
Building pad preparation and compaction
Driveway and access road construction
Drainage grading and erosion control
Material hauling and import or export of fill
Grading Contractors Who Plan for Drainage
In the mountains, snowmelt and spring runoff are some of the biggest threats to a new home. We grade every site so water flows away from foundations, driveways and neighboring properties. Where needed, we add swales, culverts and drainage and erosion control measures to protect the site through the seasons.
Site Prep for Mountain and Rural Lots
Sloped, rocky or wooded lots need a plan. We design access, cuts and fills around wells, ditches, trees and neighbors to keep your project on track.
Our Site Preparation Process
Site walk and plan review. We look at the lot, plans, access and drainage.
Clearing. We remove brush, trees, debris and topsoil as needed.
Grading. We cut and fill to plan elevations and compact building pads.
Drainage and access. We shape drainage and build driveways or access roads.
Final grade. We finish the site so it is ready for the next trade or landscaping.
Related Excavation Services
Once the site is ready, Sierra Excavation can keep the project moving with foundation and basement excavation, sewer and water line excavation, septic system installation and retaining walls. For larger jobs, see our commercial excavation services and residential excavation services.
Site Preparation and Grading Costs
The cost of site preparation depends on the size of the area, how much clearing is needed, the amount of cut and fill, soil and rock conditions, slope, drainage requirements, and how much material has to be hauled in or out. We provide clear estimates after a site visit. Read our excavation cost guide for more detail.
Why Choose Sierra Excavation?
Sierra Excavation is a locally owned excavation company based in Heber City. Property owners and builders choose us because we:
Know Wasatch and Summit County terrain and soils
Grade for long-term drainage, not just today's dig
Communicate clearly and keep projects on schedule
Leave every site clean and safe
Get Your Site Ready Before Winter
Clearing and grading before the ground freezes means your project is ready to go the moment spring arrives. Call Sierra Excavation at (435) 671-8832 or request a free estimate today.