Excavation & Site Preparation in Castleton, VT
John Trombley Construction is a Castleton, VT excavation contractor that gets raw ground ready to build on — clearing, cutting, filling, and grading a stable, level pad. We serve Castleton, Rutland, Middlebury, Lake George, and the surrounding area.
Site prep sets the pace for everything that comes after it, so we treat it that way. The right machine for the job, ground compacted to hold, and drainage that moves water where it should — done once, done right.
We're family owned and operated, based right here in the region, and every estimate is free with no pressure to book on the spot.
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What Goes Into Site Preparation
Clearing & Stripping
Brush, stumps, and topsoil come off first so we're working with clean, buildable ground instead of grading over roots and debris.
Cut, Fill & Compaction
We cut down high spots and build up low ones, then compact the fill to spec so the pad holds under a foundation, slab, or driveway.
Grading & Drainage
Final grade is set to your building's needs and sloped to keep water moving away from the structure instead of pooling against it.
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Why Proper Site Work Matters
Everything you build sits on the work that happens first. Skip a step on grading, drainage, or compaction and the problems show up later as settling, standing water, and cracked foundations — the expensive kind of hindsight.
Getting the ground right up front is the cheapest insurance on the whole project. That's the part we don't cut corners on.
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Areas We Serve
We provide excavation & site preparation throughout Castleton, Middlebury, Lake George, and the surrounding region. See the full list on our service areas page.
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CastletonFrequently Asked Questions
Every site is different, so we price the work after walking the property. You'll get a free, straightforward estimate with no obligation to book.
It depends on the size of the lot and how much clearing and earthwork is involved. We'll give you a realistic timeline with your estimate.
Yes. Setting the final grade to move water away from the structure is part of the job, and we'll flag any spots that need extra attention.
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