Excavation and Grading

We’ve been moving earth across the Shenandoah Valley, Northern Virginia, and tri-state area for over 35 years. Our crew shows up on time, grades precisely to your specs, and leaves your property cleaner than we found it. This way your project starts strong and stays on schedule.

View Our Excavation and Grading Projects

A construction site with excavators, loaders, and dump trucks completing site work and grading services.

No project too big or too small

As we have expanded our services, we have stayed true to our roots in excavation and grading projects delivering beautiful results for over 35 years.

Residential and Commercial Excavation
Digging and Excavating Since 1987
Excavation is often the start of any project. That's why we take pride in the equipment we use and the service we provide when it comes to making your jobsite look fresh.
Rough and Finish Grading for New Builds
Expert Rough and Finish Grading That Sets Your Project Up for Success
Rough and finish grading creates the stable, well-drained base every new project depends on. That's why we take pride in our 35+ years of experience getting the slopes and levels right. This ensures your foundation stays strong, water flows away properly, and your project starts on solid ground.
Site Clearing and Topsoil Stripping
We Clear the Way So Your Project Starts Strong
Before any build or excavation can begin, the land needs to be cleared and stripped properly. That’s why we handle every tree, brush, and layer of topsoil with care. We remove what needs to go, save what’s valuable, and leave your property ready for any new project.
Foundation Preparation and Basement Digging
We Dig So Your Foundation Stays Strong
Getting the foundation right is everything. One mistake here can lead to problems for years. That’s why we take pride in our careful basement digging and foundation prep work. We dig to exact specifications, create stable, level footings, and make sure water drains away properly so your new home or addition starts strong and stays strong. We handle it all with the experience and equipment to do it right, leaving your site clean and ready for the next crew.
Pine Knoll's Equipment and Safety Standards
Keeping people safe and sound on the jobsite
At Pine Knoll Construction, we make sure we are following OSHA safety standards. We always want all of our employees to make it home to the dinner table with their families, without any complications.