Full-Service Residential Site Preparation in St George
Building a new home in St George, Washington, or anywhere in Southern Utah? Before the framers arrive, your lot needs professional residential site work. From clearing native vegetation and removing debris to final grading and utility trenching, our site work services transform undeveloped land into a construction-ready building pad.
At Utah Excavation Company, we've prepared hundreds of residential lots across Washington County—from flat parcels in Washington Fields to steep hillside properties in Entrada and The Ledges. We understand the unique challenges of home site preparation in St George and deliver sites that meet your builder's exact specifications.
Our Residential Site Work Process
Site Assessment & Layout
We review building plans, survey markers, and assess soil conditions. We identify challenges like rock outcroppings, drainage issues, or access limitations before equipment arrives.
Clearing & Grubbing
Removal of vegetation, brush, trees (as needed), rocks, and debris from the building footprint. In St George, this often includes clearing desert landscaping and addressing existing improvements.
Rough Grading & Cut/Fill
We establish building pad elevation, create proper drainage slopes away from the home site, and cut/fill as needed to achieve design grades specified by your engineer.
Utility Trenching
Excavation for water, sewer, gas, electrical, and communications utilities from connection points to the building. We coordinate with utility companies and follow all code requirements.
Driveway & Access Prep
Grading and preparation for driveways, including culvert installation if needed. We ensure proper slopes for drainage and compact the base for future paving or concrete.
Residential Site Work Costs in St George
Site work pricing depends on lot size, terrain, and scope:
- Basic lot clearing (0.25-0.5 acre): $2,000 - $5,000
- Standard site prep (flat lot): $5,000 - $10,000
- Complete site work with utilities: $8,000 - $15,000
- Hillside/challenging terrain: $15,000 - $25,000+
New Construction
Complete site prep for custom homes and spec builds throughout St George.
Additions & ADUs
Site work for home additions, accessory dwelling units, and casitas.
Shop & Garage Pads
Preparation for detached garages, RV storage, and workshop buildings.