Excavation & Site Preparation Services

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Foundation excavation, utility trenching, basement digging, site preparation - whatever your excavation needs, SOKY Elite Contractors has the equipment and experience to dig it right the first time. Proper excavation is the foundation of every successful building project. 

Services We Provide

Foundation Excavation Precise digging for home and building foundations:

• Accurate depth and dimensions
• Proper footer trenches
• Level bearing surfaces
• Basement excavations
• Crawlspace preparation

Utility Trenching Underground utility installation:

• Water line trenches
• Sewer and septic lines
• Electrical service trenches
• Propane and gas lines
• Communication cables

Site Preparation Complete site development:

• Cut and fill operations
• Building pad creation
• Parking areas
• Access roads
• Material stockpiling areas

Basements & Crawlspaces Below-grade excavation:

• Full basement excavation
• Daylight/walkout basements
• Crawlspace digging and grading
• Proper drainage design

Agricultural Excavation Farm and rural property needs:

• Stock tank excavation
• Drainage ditches
• Equipment access ramps
• Material handling

We own excavators in multiple sizes, allowing us to match the right machine to your project:

Mini Excavators (1.7-6 ton)

• Tight access areas
• Utility trenching
• Small foundation work
• Minimal property disturbance

Mid-Size Excavators (12-20 ton)

• Residential foundations
• Basement excavation
• Pond work
• General site work

Large Excavators (30+ ton)

• Commercial projects
• Deep excavation
• Heavy material moving
• Large pond construction

Structural Integrity Buildings are only as good as their foundation. Proper excavation depth, level bearing surfaces, and compaction are critical.

Drainage Correct site grading prevents water problems. We ensure positive drainage away from structures and manage groundwater issues.

Code Compliance Foundation depths, setbacks, and utility placement must meet local building codes. We know the requirements.

Cost Contro lDoing it right the first time prevents expensive fixes later. Precision excavation means no over-digging and wasted concrete, no under-digging and code violations.

1. Site Review & Planning We review your building plans, site conditions, and access. Identify utility locations and any challenging conditions.

2. Staking & Layout Mark exact excavation locations, depths, and boundaries. Verify dimensions match plans.

3. Excavation Dig to specifications with attention to bearing surface quality and proper grades.

4. Inspection Coordination If required, we coordinate with building inspectors for footer inspections before concrete work.

How deep do you excavate for foundations? Residential foundations in Kentucky typically require 36-42 inch footers below grade, depending on soil conditions and local code.

Can you excavate in winter? Yes, though frozen ground can slow progress. We work year-round but recommend fall excavation when possible.

How long does foundation excavation take? Most residential foundations take 1-2 days to excavate. Basements take 2-4 days depending on size.

What do you do with the excavated dirt? We can spread it on-site for grading, stockpile it for backfill, or haul it away depending on your needs.

Do you handle rock? Yes, we have equipment capable of breaking and removing rock when encountered.

SOKY Elite Contractors provides excavation services throughout south central Kentucky:

Primary Service Area:

• Warren County
• Barren County
• Allen County
• Simpson County
• Butler County
• Edmonson County
• Hart County

Serving:

• Bowling Green and surrounding areas
• Glasgow
• Scottsville
• Franklin
• Cave City
• Horse Cave
• Rural communities throughout the region

We'll travel further for larger projects - contact us to discuss your location.