Main Services
- Tree care services
- Design services
- Trench digging
- Walkway construction or installation
- Shrub pruning or trimming
- Shrub care
- Earthmoving or regrading
Business Background
K&D Excavation is a Cornelius-based excavation and landscaping company serving homeowners and businesses throughout the local area. We specialize in comprehensive earthmoving, demolition, and landscape construction services designed to address common regional challenges like standing water and soil compaction. Our team provides solutions including land grading, drainage improvements, soil backfilling, and proper compaction to prevent water pooling and create stable, functional outdoor spaces. From excavation and retaining walls to irrigation systems and tree care, we help Cornelius residents transform problematic yards into well-drained, usable landscapes. With expertise in local soil conditions and climate considerations, we deliver practical, lasting results for residential and commercial properties.
Common Questions
How can K&D Excavation help with standing water issues in my Cornelius yard?
We address standing water through land grading and regrading services that create proper slope for drainage, combined with trench digging for French drains or irrigation systems. For severe cases, we may recommend excavation and removal of compacted soil followed by backfilling with better-draining material. These solutions redirect water away from foundations and prevent pooling that damages lawns and landscaping.
What excavation services do you offer for soil compaction problems common in our area?
For compacted soil, we provide specialized earthmoving and soil backfilling with proper compaction techniques. This involves carefully excavating affected areas, amending or replacing soil to improve structure, and using equipment to achieve optimal compaction that supports healthy root growth while maintaining drainage. We also offer land clearing and site preparation to address compaction before new construction or landscaping projects.
Can you handle both demolition and landscaping to completely renovate a water-damaged yard?
Yes, our full-service approach includes exterior surface demolition, partial or total structure removal, and land clearing to start fresh. We then implement landscape construction with proper grading, retaining walls, walkways, and irrigation systems designed for Cornelius conditions. This comprehensive service ensures water management is integrated into every phase, from demolition through final planting and lawn care.


















