Excavation work in Northern Michigan

Excavation & Landwork Services in Northern Michigan

From Raw Land to Ready-to-Build — Site Prep, Septic Installation & Land Clearing in Northern Michigan

Septic Installation • Site Preparation • Land Clearing • Driveways • Drainage • Demolition

Serving Charlevoix, Petoskey, Cheboygan & surrounding Northern Michigan areas

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We provide professional excavation, septic installation, and site preparation services for residential and rural properties across Northern Michigan. From clearing land to final grading, we handle your project from start to finish.

Excavation, Land Clearing & Site Work Across Northern Michigan

Northwoods Landwork provides excavation, land clearing, drainage, trenching, and site work services across Northern Michigan, including Charlevoix, Petoskey, Boyne City, Traverse City, Gaylord, Cheboygan, and surrounding areas.

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Real excavation work. Done right the first time.

Septic System Installation & Replacement

Septic System Installation & Replacement

We install and replace septic systems across Northern Michigan, including Charlevoix, Petoskey, and Cheboygan. From perc test coordination and permits to excavation and drain field installation, we handle the entire process so you don't have to figure it out. Built for Northern Michigan soil and conditions—done right the first time.

Site Preparation & Foundation Excavation

Site Preparation & Foundation Excavation

We provide complete site preparation and foundation excavation for homes, pole barns, garages, and outbuildings. From land clearing to precise grading, we make sure your project starts on solid ground and is ready to build.

Shoreline Protection & Breakwall Installation

Shoreline Protection & Breakwall Installation

Protect your waterfront property with durable shoreline solutions, including breakwalls, riprap, and erosion control. We work with Northern Michigan lakefront conditions to stabilize and protect your shoreline from long-term damage.

Driveway Installation & Grading

Driveway Installation & Grading

We install new gravel driveways, regrade existing ones, and repair washouts. Proper grading and drainage ensure your driveway holds up through Northern Michigan weather and seasonal changes.

Land Clearing in Northern Michigan

Land Clearing in Northern Michigan

We clear trees, brush, stumps, and overgrown lots across Northern Michigan. Whether you're starting a new project in Charlevoix, Petoskey, or Gaylord — or reclaiming your property — we open it up and get it ready for the next step.

Demolition services

Demolition Services

We handle safe, efficient demolition of homes, barns, garages, and damaged structures across Northern Michigan. From teardown to debris removal and site cleanup, we prepare your property for rebuilding.

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Pond Digging & Pond Construction in Northern Michigan

Pond Digging & Pond Construction in Northern Michigan

Professional pond excavation and construction for homes, farms, and rural properties in Charlevoix, Petoskey, Gaylord, and surrounding Northern Michigan areas. Built for proper depth, grading, and long-term drainage.

Drainage & Ditch Work in Northern Michigan

Drainage & Ditch Work in Northern Michigan

Solve standing water and drainage issues with expert ditching, drain tile installation, and grading. Serving properties across Charlevoix, Petoskey, Boyne City, and Northern Michigan.

Culverts & Water Control

Culverts & Water Control

Installation and replacement of culverts for proper water flow across driveways and properties in Northern Michigan. Correct sizing and placement prevent washouts and erosion.

Trenching Services in Northern Michigan

Trenching Services in Northern Michigan

Precision trenching for water lines, electrical, and drainage systems across Charlevoix, Petoskey, Traverse City, and surrounding areas. Clean cuts, proper backfilling, dependable work.

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Built on Hard Work
and Handshakes

Northwoods Landwork is a Northern Michigan company built the old-fashioned way — hard work, fair prices, and doing what we say we'll do.

We know this land because we live on it. From clay and sand to frost lines and water tables, we understand what it takes to get the job done right.

When you hire us, you're not getting a crew learning on your job — you're getting experienced operators who've worked this ground for years.

From septic installs to full-scale land clearing, we show up on time, do it right, and leave your property better than we found it. No shortcuts. No excuses.

Licensed. Insured. Locally Owned.
Ready to Work.

— Scott Cleland

Owner-Operator, Northwoods Landwork

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Areas We Serve: We serve Northern Michigan, including Charlevoix, Petoskey, Boyne City, Traverse City, Gaylord, Cheboygan, and surrounding communities.

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Where We Work

We provide excavation, land clearing, drainage, and site work services across Northern Michigan, including Charlevoix, Petoskey, Boyne City, Traverse City, Gaylord, Cheboygan, and surrounding areas.

Hours

Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: By appointment

Flood & Storm Damage?

Call us. We prioritize cleanup and demolition for affected families across Northern Michigan. Available 7 days a week.

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