Excavation Somerville: Local Earthmoving & Site Works
Slocombe Excavations is a family-owned business providing professional excavation and earthmoving services across Somerville and the Mornington Peninsula. We handle residential blocks, rural acreage and commercial developments with expertise in site cuts, driveways, drainage solutions and demolition.
Excavation Somerville
If you are planning construction, drainage upgrades or land clearing in Somerville VIC, professional excavation is the first step to getting your site right. Excavation services in Somerville include earthmoving, trenching, and drainage solutions for residential blocks, rural acreage and commercial developments across the Mornington Peninsula.
Slocombe Excavations is a family owned and operated business that has been operating since 1992. We provide excavation and earthmoving services including site cuts, driveways, drainage and dam works, demolition, and tree clearing. Projects range from small backyard reshapes to large rural earth moving and civil works.
Residential Services
House and extension site cuts, pool digs, trenching for water, sewer and electrical services, backyard reshaping, and driveway preparation. Correct levels and compaction determine whether slabs, driveways and retaining walls perform over time.
Rural Services
Dam construction and cleaning, track and driveway construction to sheds and paddocks, horse arena and round yard preparation, and drainage swales for hobby farms across Somerville and surrounding regions.
Material Handling
Soil removal, compactable fill import, crushed rock supply for driveways, and recycled rock application. Professional earthmoving recycles building materials for cost savings and budget efficiency.
Demolition Services
Old outbuilding demolition and tree clearing to prepare sites for new construction. Recycling of building materials reduces costs and keeps projects efficiently within budget.
Why Somerville Businesses Choose Slocombe Excavations
Local Experience
Over 30 years operating in Somerville and the Mornington Peninsula. Deep knowledge of local soil conditions, council requirements and access challenges means fewer surprises on site.
Safety and Compliance
Strict adherence to WHS regulations, Safe Work Method Statements for deep excavations, proper service location checks via Dial Before You Dig, and compliance with local permits and construction hours.
Modern Machinery
Range of equipment from 5 to 20 tonne excavators, skid steers, mini diggers and tip trucks. Machines are matched to each project’s site size and access requirements for optimal efficiency.
Professional Process
Comprehensive approach from site visit through final clean-up. Laser-level equipment, detailed quotes with itemised breakdowns, and coordination with builders, concreters and landscapers ensures seamless project execution.
Frequently Asked Questions - Excavation Somerville
We handle residential site cuts, pool digs, driveway construction, drainage installations, and rural works including dam construction, horse arenas, and track preparation. Projects range from small backyard reshapes to large commercial earthworks across Somerville and the Mornington Peninsula.
Provide your site address, access details including gate widths and slopes, available plans or engineering drawings, soil type if known, desired finish, and preferred timeframes. Photos or videos of your property help us provide a ballpark estimate before visiting.
Excavations deeper than 1.5 metres require a Safe Work Method Statement. Trenches over 1.2 metres need safe access and exit points. Work must comply with WHS regulations, local permits, and Dial Before You Dig service checks to avoid hitting utilities.
Somerville’s reactive clay soils require careful moisture control and compaction. Incorrect drainage causes pooling, subsidence, and slab cracking. Our laser equipment ensures concrete slabs, driveways and drainage fall correctly towards proper discharge points.
Areas We Serve
Somerville, Tyabb, Baxter, Hastings, Mornington Peninsula, Mount Eliza, Langwarrin, Frankston, Carrum Downs, Seaford, Cranbourne, Dandenong.
Working outside these areas? Contact us — we service all of Greater Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.
Ready To Start Your Somerville Excavation Project?
Contact Slocombe Excavations today for a detailed, tailored quote. Our experienced team is ready to help with your site preparation, drainage and earthmoving needs.