Hamilton & the Greater Toronto Area

Excavation & site prep in Hamilton & the GTA

Every solid structure starts below grade. We dig accurately for foundations and footings, manage drainage, and backfill properly so what you build stays solid.

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Get the work below grade wrong and everything above it suffers — settling, water, cracks. Jopie Construction Group handles excavation, grading and site preparation: digging to the right depth for foundations and footings, managing drainage, and backfilling and compacting properly. Serving Hamilton and the GTA.

What's included

Foundation & footing excavation

Digging to the right depth and dimensions for the build.

Site grading & leveling

Shaping the ground for drainage and a stable base.

Drainage & trenching

Trenches for drainage, services and water management.

Backfill & compaction

Proper backfill and compaction so the ground doesn't settle later.

Basement & addition digs

Excavation for new basements, additions and underpinning prep.

Soil removal

Hauling away excavated material, or keeping it on site for backfill.

How we work

Assess & quote

We review the site, access and scope, and quote it clearly.

Locate & plan

Confirm utility locates and a dig plan before breaking ground.

Excavate & grade

Accurate digging to depth, with grading for drainage.

Backfill & finish

Backfill, compact and leave the site ready for the next stage.

Why Jopie

The foundation is only as good as the ground it sits on. We dig accurately and backfill properly so the structure above has a base it can trust — and we never break ground before utility locates are confirmed.

Common questions

FAQ

Do you call for utility locates before digging?

Always. Locating underground utilities before breaking ground is essential for safety, and we confirm locates before any dig begins.

Can you excavate for a new basement or addition?

Yes — we handle excavation for new basements, additions and footings, including grading and proper backfill afterward.

Do you handle drainage problems?

Yes, we dig trenches and grade sites for drainage and water management, which is often the fix for water pooling or getting into a structure.

Do you remove the excavated soil?

Yes, haul-away of excavated material is part of the job — unless you'd rather keep it on site for backfill or grading.

Where we work

Based in Hamilton, working across the GTA

We're a Hamilton company and we take projects throughout the Greater Toronto Area. If your town isn't listed, call us — there's a good chance we cover it.

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