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Solve Problems Before Construction
Better Projects Start With Proper Groundwork
Uneven ground, poor drainage, overgrown areas, unstable soil, and changing elevations can make it difficult to move forward with a property improvement.
These conditions can also create problems after the work is finished, including standing water, erosion, settling, uneven surfaces, and struggling lawns.
Gradeworx evaluates the property first, then determines what clearing, excavation, grading, drainage, or soil preparation may be needed to create a better starting point for the project.
At Gradeworx Contracting, LLC, we specialize in comprehensive site preparation services—including dirt work, grading, hydroseeding, drainage solutions, and more. Whether you’re a homeowner looking to transform your backyard or a business needing reliable ground services, we’re here to deliver quality results with integrity.
What We Do
Excavation, Groundwork & Property Improvement Services
Simple From Start to Finish
Get Your Project Moving in 3 Simple Steps
1. Tell Us About Your Project
Contact Gradeworx and let us know what you are planning, where the property is located, and any problems or site conditions you are dealing with.
2. We Evaluate the Property
We review the work area, access, elevations, drainage, soil conditions, and project goals to determine what excavation, grading, materials, or related services may be needed.
3. We Get to Work
Once the scope is confirmed, we complete the agreed excavation, site preparation, grading, installation, or property improvements and leave the site ready for its intended use.
See Our Work
Recent Gradeworx Projects
From land clearing and grading to retaining walls, hydroseeding, concrete patios, and complete backyard transformations, our projects show the groundwork behind the finished result.
Testimonials
Service that Exceeds Expectations
"It is rare to find a company that treats every client as a top priority. Working with Justin has been a genuinely positive experience"
"We couldn’t be happier with the work this company did on our property. From start to finish, the entire process was smooth, professional, and exceeded our expectations. They graded our property perfectly, fixing drainage issues we had been dealing with for a long time and leaving everything level and clean. The attention to detail during the grading was impressive, and it completely transformed the look and functionality of our yard."
"I’ve the pleasure of meeting Justin this past winter. I’ve outsourced a few jobs to him that required heavier equipment. Justin and his team exceeded my expectations. Justin is knowledgeable, honest and his work is top notch. I’m happy to have the opportunity to work close with him and his team! "
We Take Pride in Feedback Received from Our Customers. You can See Dozens of 5 Star Reviews Here.
Serving the Capital District
Excavation & Groundwork Near You
Gradeworx Contracting provides excavation, grading, site preparation, retaining wall installation, hydroseeding, concrete, and hardscape services throughout the Capital District.
Communities we commonly serve include:
Albany • Troy • Colonie • Latham • Loudonville • Delmar • East Greenbush • Rensselaer • West Sand Lake • Clifton Park
Not sure whether your property is within our service area?
Your Questions Answered
Excavation & Groundwork FAQs
Gradeworx provides excavation, site preparation, earthwork, grading, retaining wall installation, hydroseeding, concrete and hardscape installation, and bulk material delivery.
The exact services needed depend on the current property conditions and what you want to accomplish.
Site preparation may include land clearing, debris removal, excavation, earthmoving, rough grading, final grading, soil preparation, compaction, and drainage shaping.
The work is planned around what will be installed or completed afterward.
Excavation involves removing, relocating, cutting, or filling soil to create the space and elevations required for a project.
Grading shapes and smooths the ground to establish the desired slopes, contours, drainage direction, and finished elevations.
Many property improvement projects require both.
Yes. Grading can sometimes help correct low areas or improve the way surface water moves across a property.
Other properties may require drainage pipe, stone, swales, downspout changes, or another drainage solution.
Yes. Gradeworx provides free estimates and assessments. You can schedule yours today by filling out the contact form or giving us a call at (518) 431-9027.
Yes. Gradeworx can prepare disturbed or uneven ground, install topsoil when needed, complete final grading, and professionally hydroseed the area.
Yes. Gradeworx provides both residential and commercial services.
Pricing depends on the size of the work area, access, soil conditions, clearing requirements, excavation depth, amount of material moved, grading needs, drainage requirements, and overall project scope.
Evaluating the property allows Gradeworx to provide pricing based on the actual work required.
Start Your Project
Ready to Improve Your Property?
Planning excavation, grading, a retaining wall, patio, new lawn, drainage improvement, or another property project?
Tell Gradeworx what you want to accomplish, what the property looks like now, and what needs to be ready when our work is complete.
We can evaluate the site and determine what clearing, excavation, earthwork, grading, or related services may be needed to move the project forward.