SITE WORK · FOR BUILDERS
Professional Site Work & Excavation in Columbia County & northern Dutchess County
Builders and GCs: need a reliable excavation sub who shows up and hits grade? Oakley Builders & Excavation handles site work, clearing, and rough grading for contractors across Columbia County and northern Dutchess County. Family-owned in Pine Plains, fully insured, and 5.0 stars on Google.
Excavation Subcontractor Services for Builders & Contractors
Oakley Builders & Excavation provides professional site work and excavation services for homeowners throughout Columbia County and northern Dutchess County. From grading and drainage to foundation preparation and driveway installation, we handle every aspect of site work to get your property ready for your next project.
Based in Pine Plains, NY, we serve homeowners across Columbia County and northern Dutchess County, NY — including Pine Plains, Red Hook, Rhinebeck, Hudson, Chatham, Kinderhook, Pleasant Valley, Millbrook, Millerton, and Stanfordville.
What Is Site Work?
Site work is the preparation done on your property before, during, or after construction. If you’re building a new home, putting in a driveway, adding a garage, or making drainage improvements, site work is what makes it all possible. It includes:
- Excavation and grading — shaping the ground to the right levels
- Drainage solutions — French drains, swales, and grading to direct water away from your home
- Driveway installation and repair — gravel driveways, base preparation, and regrading
- Foundation excavation — digging for new homes, garages, additions, and outbuildings
- Utility trenching — digging trenches for water, sewer, electric, and other utility lines
- Retaining walls and erosion control
- Pond and water feature excavation
- Demolition and debris removal
Our Site Work Process
Step 1: Free Ballpark, Then a Friday Visit — Send photos and the address for a range within 24 hours; when we do come out it is on a Friday, and we walk your property with you, discuss your project, and assess the terrain. No charge for this visit.
Step 2: Written Estimate — You’ll get a clear, written estimate that spells out exactly what we’ll do and what it costs. No surprises.
Step 3: Professional Execution — Our experienced crew arrives with the right equipment — excavators, bulldozers, skid steers, and trucks. We work efficiently and carefully to protect your property.
Step 4: Final Grading & Cleanup — We don’t leave until the job is done right. Final grading ensures proper drainage, and we clean up completely before we go.
Common Site Work Projects for Homeowners
- New home construction site preparation — We clear the lot, excavate the foundation, install utilities, and grade the property so builders can start right away.
- Driveway installation — Whether you need a brand-new gravel driveway or need to fix drainage problems on an existing one, we handle the complete job.
- Drainage problems — If water is pooling near your home, flooding your basement, or washing out your yard, we can fix it with proper grading, French drains, or drainage swales.
- Garage and addition prep — Adding a garage, barn, or addition? We excavate and prepare the site so construction can begin.
Why Choose Oakley Builders for Site Work
- Over 5 years in business with hands-on residential site-work experience
- Based in Pine Plains, NY — we know the local terrain, soil conditions, and seasonal challenges
- Every call gets answered — free ballpark by text within 24 hours
- Fully insured
- 5-star rated on Google
- Free estimates — honest pricing with no pressure
- We also offer septic systems, land clearing, and concrete services, so you can get multiple projects done with one trusted contractor
Areas We Serve
Our site work and excavation services are available throughout Dutchess County (Pine Plains, Pleasant Valley, Clinton, Salt Point, Millbrook, Stanfordville, LaGrangeville, Rhinebeck, Red Hook, Milan, Tivoli, Millerton, Northeast), Columbia County (Hudson, Claverack, Kinderhook, Chatham, Germantown, Ghent, Copake, Valatie, Niverville, Hillsdale, Livingston, Stockport, Stuyvesant, Clermont, Austerlitz, Canaan, New Lebanon, Greenport, Philmont, Stottville).
Call (845) 459-3859 for a Free Estimate
Need site work or excavation done on your property? Call Travis at Oakley Builders & Excavation today. We’ll come out, look at your project, and give you a fair price.
Building a house on your own land? See site work for new homes – the whole lot, from clearing to final grade, with one crew.
Site work questions we get a lot
Q: How much does site work cost?
A: Site work costs depend on the scope of your project, the size of the area, soil conditions, and equipment needed. Cost depends on the scope, area size, soil, and equipment needed. Call (845) 459-3859 for a free estimate specific to your project.
Q: Do I need site work before building?
A: In almost every case, yes. Before a foundation can be poured, the ground needs to be excavated, leveled, and graded properly. Utility trenches need to be dug, and drainage must be planned. Proper site work prevents expensive problems later.
Q: Can you fix drainage problems on my property?
A: Yes! Drainage issues are one of the most common reasons homeowners call us. We can install French drains, regrade your yard, build swales, or redirect water flow to keep your home and basement dry.
Q: How long does site work take?
A: It depends on the scope and the site. We’ll give you a realistic schedule with your written estimate, and we stay in step with your other trades.
Q: Do you work with my builder or contractor?
A: Absolutely. We regularly work alongside builders, general contractors, and other tradespeople. We can coordinate timing and requirements to keep your project on schedule.
We provide:
Our team understands construction timelines and works seamlessly alongside concrete crews, septic installers, and builders to keep projects moving efficiently.
Ready to Start Your Site Work Project?
Tell Us More About Your Project And We Will Get You An Estimate Quickly
Text photos and the address. Travis texts back an honest range, usually within 24 hours. No charge.
Site visits happen on Fridays. Straight price in writing — no hidden fees.
On time, with the right equipment for the job.
Left better than we found it.
One call covers the whole job. Free ballpark within 24 hours. On-site estimates happen on Fridays.