EARTHWORK

Twin Cities Earthwork and Excavation Services

Complete Earthwork Solution for Every Project

Designing Earth Contracting (DEC) is a trusted Twin Cities earthwork contractor with over 25 years of experience delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective grading and excavation services. We prepare commercial, industrial, and municipal sites for construction with precision and reliability. Using advanced GPS-guided equipment and CAD modeling, our crews ensure every project starts on solid ground and stays on schedule.

Comprehensive Earthwork Services

Mass Grading and Site Preparation

DEC provides large-scale mass grading for commercial, industrial, and residential developments. We balance and shape the land for stable foundations, accurate elevations, and efficient drainage. Our grading capabilities cover a wide range of site preparation work:

• Mass grading for retail, industrial, and housing developments 
• Land clearing and site preparation 
• Soil corrections and compaction 
• Finish grading and surface restoration

Building and Structural Excavation

Our team performs deep, precise excavation for buildings, foundations, and underground utilities. Using GPS-grade control and experienced operators, we deliver accuracy and safety on every dig. We handle excavation projects such as:

• Deep excavations and basement cuts 
• Building and structural excavation 
• Shoring and bracing for deep or confined sites 
• Rock excavation and controlled blasting

Highway, Road, and Municipal Grading

We complete earthwork for roads, highways, airports, and municipal developments, meeting strict slope and drainage requirements. Our infrastructure services include:

• Highway and roadbed preparation 
• Municipal grading and contracting 
• Airport runway and terminal grading 
• Golf course design and build projects

Environmental and Specialty Earthwork

DEC supports sustainable and compliant construction through specialized environmental earthwork. Our team is equipped to handle a variety of complex projects:

• Wetland mitigation and restoration 
• Rain gardens and media infiltration systems 
• Environmental soil remediation 
• Landfill construction and closure 
• Soils and minerals handling and treatment

Trucking and Material Management

We provide full-service trucking and hauling for efficient site operations. Whether moving fill or removing debris, our logistics team keeps materials flowing smoothly.

• Onsite material hauling and disposal 
• Aggregate delivery and backfill placement 
• Debris removal and recycling support

Sectors We Serve

Commercial and Industrial

We prepare commercial and industrial sites of all sizes, from warehouses to office complexes, with grading and excavation that meet strict design tolerances.

Municipal and Infrastructure

DEC partners with municipalities to complete grading, excavation, and roadwork for public infrastructure, airports, and utilities.

Residential and Subdivision Development

We deliver full-site earthwork for housing developments, including grading, stormwater systems, and roadbed preparation.

Renovation and Custom Grading

For additions, remodels, and complex infill projects, DEC provides tailored grading and excavation that adapts to existing site conditions.

Start Your Project with a Trusted Earthwork Contractor

Designing Earth Contracting delivers earthwork services that form the foundation of successful construction projects. From mass grading to environmental remediation, we provide the expertise and equipment to prepare your site safely and efficiently.

Contact DEC today to schedule a consultation or request a detailed quote.