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Excavating Services

Ohio law requires anyone digging to notify OHIO811 at least 2 working days before breaking ground and to begin within 16 calendar days of that notice. Kegley Landscape LLC builds that step into every excavating services job in Navarre, OH, and throughout Stark County, so buried gas, power, and water lines are marked before our bucket touches soil. From footer and basement digs to utility trenches, grading, and topsoil work, we size each excavation to the project it supports, set stable side slopes, and stockpile usable soil for backfill. The result is accurate groundwork that keeps foundations, drains, and hardscapes on schedule.
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EVERY BUILD YOU CAN SEE DEPENDS ON THE DIGGING YOU CANNOT.

A foundation, patio, or drainage line is only as reliable as the hole it sits in. Dig too deep and the base has to be rebuilt with compacted stone. Dig too shallow and frost or settling eventually finds the weak spot. We check elevations as we go, so the finished grade lands exactly where the plan says it should. That precision saves money later, because nobody has to tear out finished work to correct a problem buried underneath it.
  • Utility markings requested before digging
  • Elevations checked throughout the dig
  • Usable topsoil saved for backfill
  • Excess spoil hauled away or spread on site
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EXCAVATING SERVICES

STARK COUNTY SOIL NEEDS A CREW THAT KNOWS HOW IT MOVES.

Plenty of yards around Navarre, OH, sit on dense, clay-heavy ground, and it behaves very differently from loose, sandy soil. It holds water, turns slick after rain, and shrinks as it dries out. We plan every excavation around those habits, choosing when to dig, how steeply to cut trench walls, and where to place spoil so the site stays workable and nearby structures stay undisturbed.

BUILT FOR NAVARRE HOMES, FARMS, AND GROWING LOTS.

Our excavating work serves the mix of properties that define this corner of Ohio: village homes that need a new footer or sewer trench, rural parcels that need barn pads and water line runs, and new building lots on the edges of Massillon, OH, and Canton, OH. We bring equipment sized for each site, so tight backyards are not torn apart and larger acreage gets finished efficiently.

7 YEARS OF READING STARK COUNTY DIRT.

After 7 years of digging across this region, we can usually tell from the first few scoops whether a site will cooperate. That experience helps us spot soft pockets, buried debris, and water seeps early, before they become costly surprises. It also keeps our handwritten estimates realistic, because they are based on what the ground is actually like. Have a project that starts with a hole in the ground?

WHAT CAREFUL EXCAVATION DELIVERS.

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Foundations That Stay Put
A properly sized, level excavation gives footers and slabs uniform support. Uneven bearing is a common cause of cracked walls and sticking doors, so getting the dig right protects the structure you are about to build.
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Fewer Utility Surprises
Marked lines and careful digging around them protect you from outages, repair bills, and dangerous strikes. Your project keeps moving instead of stopping while a damaged cable or water pipe gets fixed.
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Water That Moves Away
Grades set during excavation send rain toward safe outlets instead of your basement. Correct slopes established early prevent the soggy spots and foundation seepage that are expensive to fix after landscaping is finished.
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Lower Material Costs
Accurate depths mean you pay only for the stone, concrete, and fill the job actually needs. Saving good topsoil on site also reduces delivered material when it is time to finish the yard.
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A Cleaner Job Site
Organized spoil piles, protected lawn areas, and daily cleanup keep your property livable while work is underway. Kids, pets, and vehicles move around safely, and final restoration takes far less effort.
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Smooth Handoff to Builders
Contractors who follow us arrive to a site that matches the plan. Correct elevations and firm subgrade let concrete crews, framers, and plumbers start right away without reworking the ground first.
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OUR EXCAVATING WORK

Excavation covers far more than a single hole. These are the digging and earthmoving services we provide for homes, farms, and businesses across the area, each one planned around depth, soil, and what gets built next.
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NEW BUILDS

Footer and Basement Excavation

We dig footers and basements to the depths and dimensions on your plans, keep trench bottoms flat and undisturbed, and shape the surrounding area so forms and foundation walls go in without delays.
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UTILITY RUNS

Utility Trenching

Trenches for water, sewer, electric conduit, and gas service are cut straight, at the required depth, and wide enough for proper bedding. We backfill in layers and compact each one so the surface above never sinks.
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FINAL GRADE

Grading and Leveling

Rough and finish grading turn lumpy, uneven ground into smooth surfaces that shed water correctly. We shape slopes away from buildings, fill low areas, and leave a surface ready for seed, stone, or pavement.
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SOIL WORK

Topsoil Hauling and Spreading

Thin or missing topsoil holds back every lawn and garden. We bring in screened soil, spread it evenly, and blend it with existing ground so roots grow deeper and rainwater soaks in instead of running off.
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SITE CLEANUP

Stump and Rock Removal

Buried boulders, old stumps, and broken concrete can stop a project cold. We dig them out, haul them away, and refill the voids with compacted material so the ground stays stable once construction continues.
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HARDSCAPE PREP

Excavation for Hardscapes

Patios, walkways, and retaining walls need a precise dig before any stone arrives. We excavate to the correct depth for base material, remove soft soil, and set grades so the finished surface drains properly.
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THE WORD ON OUR WORK

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY.

Homeowners who hire us for excavation often mention the same thing afterward: the yard looked better when we left than when we arrived. Their reviews point to careful equipment work, honest pricing, and a crew that treats every property with respect.
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FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.

Excavation raises practical questions about soil, timing, permits, and what happens to your yard. These answers cover the concerns we hear most often from property owners planning a dig.

How should I prepare my property before excavation begins?

Move vehicles, outdoor furniture, and anything fragile away from the work area, and mark private lines such as sprinkler pipes or invisible dog fences. OHIO811 only locates public utilities, so knowing where private lines run prevents accidental damage.

Can excavation happen in wet weather?

Light rain rarely stops a dig, but saturated clay becomes slick, unstable, and prone to rutting. Waiting 1 or 2 days after heavy storms protects your lawn and keeps trench walls from sloughing into the excavation.

What happens to the soil that gets dug out?

Good topsoil is stockpiled and reused for backfill and final grading, which saves you money. At Kegley Landscape LLC in Navarre, OH, we either spread leftover subsoil where it helps the grade or haul it away.

How is grading different from excavation?

Excavation removes soil to create space for footers, trenches, or basements. Grading reshapes the surface, moving and leveling soil so the ground slopes correctly, drains well, and gives lawns or pavement an even base.

Will heavy equipment damage my lawn or driveway?

Some temporary marks are normal, but careful route planning keeps them to a minimum. Using plywood or mats over soft areas and avoiding saturated ground prevents deep ruts, and disturbed turf is repaired during final cleanup.

Do I need a permit for excavation work?

Building permits depend on your township or municipality and what is being constructed. Projects disturbing 1 acre or more also need an Ohio EPA construction stormwater permit, so larger sites require extra planning before digging starts.

How long does a typical residential excavation take?

Most residential digs, such as a footer, garage pad, or utility trench, take 1 to 3 days. Rock, high groundwater, or tight access can add time, and soil conditions are the biggest variable once work begins.

Why hire Kegley Landscape LLC for excavating services in Navarre, OH?

You work directly with the people running the equipment, from the first walk-through to the final grade. Kegley Landscape LLC in Navarre, OH, writes every estimate by hand, arranges utility marking, and leaves each dig ready for the next step.

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    HOW WE WORK

    FROM FIRST WALK-THROUGH TO FINAL GRADE, HERE IS HOW.

    STEP 01

    WE WALK THE SITE WITH YOU
    Every excavation begins on your property, not over the phone. We look at access, soil, slope, and nearby structures, and we listen to what you plan to build so the dig matches the project it supports.

    STEP 02

    WE WRITE IT DOWN BY HAND
    You receive an itemized estimate on a carbon-copy sheet that spells out the depth, scope, and cleanup included. You keep your own copy, so there is never any question about what was agreed.

    STEP 03

    WE REQUEST UTILITY MARKINGS
    We notify OHIO811 at least 2 working days before digging and wait for paint and flags to appear. Private lines you point out get marked as well, so the machine never works blind.

    STEP 04

    WE DIG TO THE PLAN
    Our crew excavates to the required depth and footprint, checking elevations throughout. Soft pockets and debris are removed as we find them, and usable topsoil is set aside for later use. Your yard stays organized while the work moves forward.

    STEP 05

    WE BACKFILL AND COMPACT
    Once footers, pipes, or conduit are in place, we return soil in layers and compact each lift. That careful backfill prevents the sinking and settling that show up months after a rushed job.

    STEP 06

    WE RESTORE AND REVIEW
    Final grading shapes the surface to drain away from buildings, and disturbed areas are raked smooth. We walk the finished site with you and answer every question before the equipment leaves. Any leftover spoil is hauled away the same day.