Excavating Services in Southern Maryland
Digging, Trenching, and Grading Done the Right Way
Start with excavation you can trust. We handle trenching, earthmoving, and precise grading across Southern Maryland for residential and commercial properties—planned, supervised, and executed for safe, efficient results.
Work Planned Before Equipment Hits the Ground
Excavation is not just about moving dirt. Before digging begins, our team evaluates the site so the excavation supports what comes next instead of creating problems later. That planning allows us to work efficiently, minimize disruption, and deliver clean results that stay on schedule.
Excavating Services We Provide
Core Excavation Services for Southern Maryland Properties
Trenching: Excavation for utilities, drainage systems, foundations, and infrastructure. Trenches are cut to proper depth, width, and slope to support safe installation and long-term performance.
Earthmoving: Removal, relocation, and redistribution of soil to prepare sites for construction, outdoor living projects, or grading corrections.
Grading Preparation: Rough grading and site shaping to establish elevations, improve drainage flow, and prepare for finished surfaces or structures.
Footing & Foundation Excavation: Digging for decks, retaining walls, patios, additions, and other structural elements that require stable footing below grade.
Access & Site Preparation: Clearing and excavation needed to create safe access for construction equipment, materials, and follow-on trades.
Excavating Services We Handle So You Don’t Have To
Every site is different, but excavation work often includes:
Site evaluation and layout
Utility location coordination
Excavation and soil removal
Rough grading and shaping
Hauling and disposal when required
Coordination with drainage, grading, or construction phases
Our goal is to complete excavation cleanly so the next phase of work can move forward without delays or rework.
Our Process
How a Deck Project Comes Together
Schedule a Consultation
Your first call goes to Gene. We review your needs and schedule a site visit.
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Review the Site
Your sales rep evaluates access, elevations, soil conditions, and scope before recommending the right approach.
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Excavate With Oversight
Your project manager coordinates the work and provides updates throughout excavation.
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No Shortcuts Below the Surface
Excavation sets the tone for everything that follows. Poor trenching, improper depth, or rushed grading can lead to settlement, drainage issues, and structural problems. Our crews focus on the details that matter below ground so the work above it performs as intended. Clean cuts, correct elevations, and stable preparation are what separate professional excavation from rushed machine work.
Trusted by Families Across Maryland
What Maryland Clients Say
“Gene and his team stepped up with a time sensitive project and went above and beyond to make it happen. In a world full of outsourced customer service and telephone prompt gymnastics to speak to a real person, McKenzie Contracting is a refreshing reminder that good, honest businesses still exist that not only take pride in the work they provide but will make sure you're happy with it before calling it a job done.”
— Harry H. via Google
WHAT TO EXPECT
Questions About Excavating Services
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We provide excavating services for homeowners, HOAs, developers, and commercial properties throughout Southern Maryland.
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Excavation often comes first in landscape projects for drainage, retaining walls, decks, patios, and full outdoor living builds.
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Some projects require permits and inspections, depending on scope and location. We coordinate permitting when required.
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We plan access and sequencing carefully to limit disruption and keep the site organized throughout the process.
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Soil and debris can be hauled away as part of the service when needed.
A Team That Communicates Every Step Of The Way.
Design. Build. Done Right.
At McKenzie Contracting, we manage every phase of your outdoor project, from excavation and grading to patios, retaining walls, decks, and complete outdoor living spaces. Our structured approach, in-house team, and clear communication ensure your project runs smoothly, on time, and to the highest standards.