Excavation & Grading Services in the Delmarva Peninsula

Johnston’s LLC shapes the ground for your next project. We handle excavation and grading for building sites, driveways, and drainage fixes across the Delmarva Peninsula, so your land is level, stable, and sheds water the right way.

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EXCAVATION & GRADING ・ WHAT WE HANDLE

Excavation and Grading for Delmarva Properties

Good grading is the part of a project nobody notices when it’s done right. We move and shape soil so structures sit on firm ground, driveways hold up to traffic, and rainwater flows away from where you don’t want it.

Site Preparation: We level and prepare cleared land for new homes, garages, pole buildings, and additions.
Driveway Grading and Restoration: New gravel driveways are cut in, and washed-out or rutted driveways are regraded and restored.
Drainage Correction: We regrade yards and low spots so water moves away from homes and doesn't sit in puddles for days.
Backfill and Final Grade: After construction or demolition, we backfill and smooth the ground so it's ready for seed, sod, or stone.

WHY IT MATTERS ・ GRADING ON FLAT, WET LAND

Why Proper Grading Matters on the Delmarva Peninsula

The Peninsula is some of the flattest land on the East Coast, and many properties sit only a few feet above the water table. With so little natural slope, even a small grading mistake can leave water pooling against a foundation or across a driveway.

Starting from raw or wooded land? We can handle land clearing first and grade the site right after. If an old building is in the way, our demolition service clears the structure before grading begins.

Keeps Water Away From Buildings: A correct slope away from the foundation helps prevent damp crawl spaces, standing water, and settling.
Longer-Lasting Driveways: A properly crowned and compacted base helps gravel driveways resist washouts and potholes.
A Stable Base for Construction: Builders need firm, level ground. Good site prep saves time and cost once construction starts.
Fewer Soggy Spots: Shaping the yard to move rainwater toward ditches and swales means less mud and more usable space.

CUSTOMER FEEDBACK ・ LOCAL REVIEWS

Read Reviews from Johnston's LLC Customers

See what property owners on the Shore say about our work on Google, then give us a call about your excavation or grading job.

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   Mitch Fletcher 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Easiest review ever!!! Johnstons LLC has helped me with many projects over many years.

Extremely high quality work, reliable, consistent and stands behind every job.

Whatever you need, don’t hesitate to call them. Will be working with them again.
  
 
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   Tall Bob 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I hired Johnston to remove two outbuildings from my property, including one that was stick-built on a substantial concrete slab. The entire job was completed in a single day, and I was very impressed with the quality of the work.

Johnston arrived with all of the appropriate equipment needed to handle the job efficiently and professionally. Great care was taken around the surrounding property, and the demolition was completed without damage to anything nearby. The work was handled courteously, and the site was left clean with no unexpected mess for me to deal with afterward.

The price was also very reasonable, especially considering the amount of work involved and how efficiently it was completed.

Based on my experience, I would not hesitate to hire Johnston again and highly recommend them to anyone needing this type of work.

Bob S., Crisfield, MD
  
 
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   mitch rineer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very friendly and reasonable prices
  
 
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   Mark MacMicking 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My wife and I had Alex, owner/operator do several projects for us and have already talked with about another project in the Fall.  I couldn’t say enough great things about him. We recently moved into the area and obtained his contact information from a neighbor.  He was prompt, had great prices and always went over and above on each project.  Alex is completely trustworthy, personable, honest and the hardest working young man I’ve dealt with in a while.  You can’t go wrong hiring him for any type of work.

Mark & Joyce M. (Crisfield, MD)

FREQUENTLY ASKED ・ EXCAVATION QUESTIONS

Excavation & Grading FAQs

Answers to common questions about site work, driveways, and drainage.

What's the difference between excavation and grading?

Excavation is digging and removing soil, such as for a foundation or trench. Grading is shaping and leveling the ground to the right slope. Most site work projects need some of both.

Can grading fix standing water in my yard?

Often, yes. Regrading low areas and adding a gentle slope toward a ditch or swale can move water off your property. We’ll look at where the water collects and where it can drain before recommending a plan.

Do you work on gravel driveways?

Yes. We grade new gravel driveways and restore existing ones that have developed ruts, potholes, or washouts.

Can you clear and grade a lot for a new home?

Yes. Because we also offer land clearing, tree work, and stump grinding, we can take a wooded lot all the way to a graded, build-ready site.

Do you bring in fill dirt or stone?

Many grading projects need added fill, topsoil, or gravel to reach the right height and slope. We’ll talk through the materials your project needs and include them in your quote.

Where do you offer excavation and grading?

Johnston’s LLC is headquartered in Crisfield, MD. Our equipment works on sites around the Delmarva Peninsula, including Princess Anne, Salisbury, and Pocomoke City. On larger jobs we can often start with clearing and finish with final grade, so one crew handles the whole site. Call 443-783-6222 to go over your project and location.