Excavation & Site Prep
EXCAVATION &
SITE PREP
Dirt work, grading, drainage, pad prep, pond work, and driveway access across Texas. Owner-operated by Erik Thorne. Free estimates.
Owner Operated by Erik Thorne • Fully Insured • Serving All of Texas • Free Estimates
Need the Ground Moved Right?
Good dirt work is the foundation of everything that comes after it. Whether you're prepping a building pad, cutting in a driveway, digging a pond, or fixing a drainage problem — Thorne Works has the equipment and the experience to get it done right the first time.
We work with homeowners, landowners, contractors, and developers across Texas. We show up on time, we do what we said we'd do, and we leave the site ready for whatever comes next.
Excavation & Site Prep Services
Building Pad Preparation
Clearing, grading, and compacting the ground for a house, shop, barn, or commercial structure. We get the pad level, stable, and ready for your foundation crew.
Driveway & Access Road Cutting
New driveways, private roads, and access paths cut in and graded. We handle everything from a short residential driveway to a long rural access road.
Grading & Leveling
Rough grading and finish grading for lots, yards, and acreage. We move dirt to where it needs to be and leave the surface ready for the next phase of work.
Drainage Solutions
Swales, berms, ditches, and culverts to direct water away from structures and off your property. We fix standing water problems and improve drainage across your land.
Pond & Stock Tank Excavation
Digging new ponds and stock tanks for livestock, irrigation, or recreation. We size and shape the basin right so it holds water and serves its purpose.
Utility Trenching
Trenches for water lines, electrical conduit, septic systems, and other underground utilities. Clean, accurate, and backfilled properly when the work is done.
Why Hire Thorne Works for Excavation?
Erik Runs Every Job
You're not getting a crew you've never met. Erik Thorne is on every job personally — he's the one operating the equipment and making the calls.
Right Equipment for the Terrain
Excavators, skid steers, and the right attachments for your soil and site conditions. We don't force the wrong machine onto a job.
Fully Insured
Thorne Works carries full liability insurance. You're protected on every job we run.
No Surprises on the Bill
We look at the site, we tell you what it'll take, and we give you a number upfront. What we quote is what you pay.
How It Works
Call or Request an Estimate
Tell us about your site and what you need done. We'll set up a time to come out and take a look.
We Visit the Site
Erik comes out, walks the property, and gives you a straight estimate for the excavation work.
We Get to Work
Once you're ready, we schedule the job and get the dirt moving.
Common Questions About Excavation
Ready to Move Some Dirt?
Call Erik or fill out the form. We'll come out, take a look at your site, and give you a straight estimate.