Excavation Contractor

Excavation Contractor in Groton, NY

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TMT Excavation & Outdoor Services specializes in excavation and site work for properties throughout Lansing, Ithaca, Cortland, and surrounding areas. We handle site preparation, land clearing, drainage solutions, and underground utilities installation. Whether you're starting a new build or solving drainage challenges, we bring expertise and problem-solving to every project.

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Excavation Contractor Services in Groton, NY

TMT Excavation & Outdoor Services specializes in excavation and site work for properties throughout Lansing, Ithaca, Cortland, and surrounding areas. We handle site preparation, land clearing, drainage solutions, and underground utilities installation. Whether you're starting a new build or solving drainage challenges, we bring expertise and problem-solving to every project.

A tracked excavator digging a deep foundation trench on a residential lot in Lansing, Michigan, with exposed clay soil walls and a cleared site ready for footing work.

Excavation Services

TMT Excavation & Outdoor Services provides professional excavation services for residential and commercial properties throughout Lansing.

  • Proper grading diverts water away from your foundation, reducing basement water intrusion risk
  • Clay-aware excavation techniques prevent soil settlement and structural shifting after the job is done
  • Accurate depth control on foundation digs accounts for Michigan's 42-inch frost line requirement
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A Lansing residential construction lot after site preparation, showing cleared and graded ground with compacted soil ready for foundation work. An excavator is staged at the edge of the leveled building pad on a clay-soil lot.

Site Preparation

TMT Excavation & Outdoor Services handles site preparation for residential and commercial projects across Lansing.

  • Proper grading directs water away from your foundation, reducing long-term drainage problems
  • Soil compaction prevents settling and cracking after construction is complete
  • Clearing and stripping removes organic material that would otherwise destabilize a foundation
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Excavator digging a septic system trench on a residential lot in the Lansing, Michigan area, with clay soil visible along the trench walls. Drain field pipe sections are staged nearby on the surface, ready for installation.

Septic System Installation

TMT Excavation & Outdoor Services installs septic systems for Lansing-area properties that need reliable, code-compliant wastewater solutions.

  • Proper drain field sizing matched to your soil type protects groundwater under your property
  • Deep excavation suited to Lansing's 42-48 inch frost line keeps buried components from freezing
  • Clay-specific backfill and drainage techniques prevent water from pooling around the tank
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An open utility trench on a Lansing residential property showing a newly installed sewer lateral with compacted backfill alongside the pipe. A TMT Excavation excavator sits on the job site with the trench extending toward the street connection point.

Underground Utilities Installation

TMT Excavation & Outdoor Services installs underground utilities for Lansing properties with precise, safe trenching.

  • Proper trench depth and compacted backfill protect lines from Lansing's winter frost heave
  • MISS DIG 811 line locating completed before every dig to protect existing buried infrastructure
  • Correct pipe slope on sewer laterals prevents standing water and future blockages
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Excavated drainage trench with perforated pipe and gravel backfill installed along the side of a residential property in Lansing, Michigan. The surrounding yard shows clay-heavy soil typical of mid-Michigan, with the drainage system routed away from the home's foundation.

Drainage Installation

TMT Excavation & Outdoor Services installs drainage systems for Lansing properties dealing with standing water and soil saturation.

  • Redirects water away from your foundation, reducing pressure on basement walls and footings
  • Eliminates standing water in yards and low spots that damage grass, soil, and hardscapes
  • Protects driveways and slabs from soil erosion caused by uncontrolled water runoff
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We Serve

Why Choose Us

What sets us apart for Excavation Contractor

Locally Owned, Family-Run Operation

Specializes in Septic Installation and Site Work

Serves Tompkins and Cortland Counties

Solutions-Focused Problem Solving

Bulk Material Sales and Delivery

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Common Questions About Excavation Contractor in Groton, NY

Straight answers to the questions homeowners ask before hiring a local contractor.

Site preparation involves clearing land, grading, and preparing your property for construction or landscaping. We assess your Ithaca or Cortland property and handle everything needed to get it ready.

Yes, we install underground utilities including drainage lines and utility conduits. We work with local codes and coordinate with other trades on your project.

Yes, septic system installation is one of our core services. We design and install systems for residential properties throughout Tompkins and Cortland counties.

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I used TMT this past year for several lawns for properties I both own and manage. Working with them was by far the best experience we have ever had. Things were always left orderly and done well. My gate was never left open (a problem I've had in the past) and TMT always was there when they planned to be there. Highly recommended!

Kristopher B. Google review

They built several retaining walls and stone patio for us and miscellaneous yard work....great job done, on time and dependable! Have referred them many times and people have thanked me for the recommendation!

Denny G. Google review

TMT provides great service in both lawn mowing and snow plowing. Tanner and his crew are very reliable and do a fantastic job. I have used a few services over the years and TMT is absolutely the best! Highly recommend!

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Hours

  • Monday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Saturday By Appointment (Bulk Material Loading)
  • Sunday Closed

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