Excavating Services in Fargo-Moorhead

Site prep, basement excavation, grading, demolition, backfilling, and hauling. We finish the job completely โ€” no shortcuts.

50+ Years Experience Free 'No Surprise' Estimates Contractor Discounts 701-277-0048

Full-Service Excavating in the Fargo Area

Excavating is more than digging a hole. It takes experience, the right equipment, and a crew that understands how to do the job correctly the first time.

Asplin has been handling excavation work in the Fargo-Moorhead area for over five decades. We work with homeowners, builders, and contractors on projects of all sizes โ€” from small backyard jobs to large commercial site prep.

Every estimate is free and straightforward. No surprise charges, no unnecessary upsells.

Ready to get started? Call us at 701-277-0048 or submit a free estimate request online. We'll review your project and get back to you quickly.

What We Can Do For You

New Site Excavation

Full site clearing and excavation for new builds and developments.

Basement Excavation

Precision digging for new home basements and additions.

Grading & Leveling

Lot grading, slope correction, and site leveling for drainage and construction.

Demolition

Structure and concrete demolition with cleanup and material removal.

Cat & Backhoe Work

General excavation and earthmoving using dozers, excavators, and backhoes.

Backfilling

Proper backfill compaction around foundations, utilities, and structures.

Sewer & Water Lines

Trenching and excavation for utility installation and repair.

Truck Hauling

Hauling of dirt, debris, and materials on and off job sites.

Site Work

Complete site prep services including clearing, grubbing, and rough grading.

Septic Excavation

Excavation for new septic system installs and repairs.

We Do the Job Right

No Surprise Charges

Free estimates with clear scope. If something changes, we tell you before we proceed.

Right Equipment for the Job

We bring appropriate equipment โ€” not oversized machines that damage your site or undersized ones that slow the work.

We Finish What We Start

Jobs get completed correctly, not abandoned halfway or left for the next crew to clean up.

Excavating FAQ

Yes. All estimates are free and itemized so you know exactly what you're paying for before we start any work.
We primarily serve the Fargo-Moorhead metro area and surrounding communities. Call us to confirm availability for your specific location.
It depends on the scope of the project. A residential basement excavation may take 1โ€“2 days; a full site prep could take longer. We'll give you a timeline during the estimate process.
Both. We work with homeowners on residential projects and with general contractors on larger commercial and development jobs. Contractor pricing discounts are available.
Yes. Truck hauling is part of our service offering. We can haul excavated material, debris, or other fill away from your site.

Ready to Get Started?

Request a free estimate online or give us a call. We'll walk through the project with you.

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