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Serving Vermilion & Surrounding Areas

We Don't Just Move Earth — We Shape the Foundation of Your Vision.

Precision excavation and grading for residential and commercial projects in Northeast Ohio. Decades of expertise, honest pricing, and results you can build on.

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15+ Years Experience
100% Satisfaction Rate
Local Owned & Operated
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What We Do

Comprehensive Excavation Services

From initial grading to final backfill, we handle every phase of your earthwork with precision and care.

Residential Excavation

Foundation digging, basement excavation, and lot preparation for new home construction or additions in the Vermilion area.

Grading & Drainage

Proper site grading to direct water away from structures, preventing damage and ensuring long-term stability for your property.

Foundation Work

Excavation for foundations, footings, and crawl spaces. We work with builders and homeowners to prepare the perfect base.

Site Preparation

Clearing, cutting, and filling for new construction sites. We transform raw land into build-ready parcels.

Utility Trenching

Precise trenching for water, sewer, electrical, and gas lines. Clean, code-compliant trenches every time.

Demolition & Hauling

Complete demolition and debris removal. We haul away what you don't need and leave your site clean.

Herk Excavating team working on a project in Vermilion, Ohio
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15+ Years of
Excellence
About Us

Built on Trust,
Grounded in Expertise

Herk Excavating Inc has been serving Vermilion and the surrounding communities with reliable, professional excavation services. We understand that every project — whether it's a new home foundation or a simple drainage fix — deserves the same level of care and attention to detail.

Our commitment is simple: show up on time, communicate clearly, and deliver work that stands the test of time. We're not the biggest crew in the state, but we take pride in being the most dependable.

Locally owned & operated
Transparent, upfront pricing
Modern equipment, clean job sites
Residential & commercial projects
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Our Work

Projects We're Proud Of

A look at the quality work we deliver across Vermilion and Northeast Ohio.

Residential foundation excavation project
Residential

Foundation Excavation

Complete site prep and foundation digging for a new construction home in Vermilion.

Driveway grading and preparation
Residential

Driveway Grading

Precision grading for a new driveway installation with proper drainage slope.

Commercial site preparation
Commercial

Commercial Site Prep

Large-scale clearing, cutting, and filling for a commercial development project.

Ready to Start?

Let's Build Something Solid Together

Whether you need a simple grade or a full-scale excavation, we're here to help. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation estimate on your project.

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Have a question or ready to discuss your project? Reach out — we respond quickly and provide honest assessments.

Address

1955 Liberty Ave
Vermilion, OH 44089-2514

Hours

Mon – Fri: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat: By Appointment

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