Excavation, land clearing, & Grading

Located in Shelby, North Carolina

Professional Land Preparation

At Foothills Land Solutions, LLC, we provide expert excavation, land clearing, and grading services that lay the foundation for your project’s success. Whether you’re preparing for new construction, improving drainage, or reshaping your property for better usability, our skilled team and modern equipment ensure the work is done safely, efficiently, and to exact specifications.


We understand that proper excavation, clearing, and grading is more than just moving dirt—it’s about creating a stable, well-drained surface that will last for years.

Why Choose Us for Excavation, clearing, & Grading

Our Excavation Services

  • Site Preparation – Clearing and leveling for homes, barns, garages, and commercial buildings.
  • Foundation Digging – Accurate and safe digging for residential and commercial foundations.
  • Utility Trenches – Precise trenching for water, sewer, electrical, and drainage lines.
  • Land Reshaping – Adjusting slopes and contours for better access or aesthetics.
  • Driveway & Road Cuts – Preparing surfaces for gravel, asphalt, or concrete installation.


Our Land Clearing Services

  • Brush & Timber Removal – Clearing thick vegetation, trees, and brush from build sites, acreage, or rural landscapes.
  • Stump Grinding & Removal – Efficiently eliminating tree stumps and roots to prepare for new growth or construction.
  • Site Clean-Up & Debris Hauling – Removing fallen timber, brush, and construction waste so the site is clean-ready.
  • Forestry Mulching – Converting cleared vegetation to mulch in-place for erosion control and soil improvement.
  • Acreage Clearing & Lot Preparation – Opening up wooded parcels or trimming overgrown land for home sites, agriculture, or recreational use.


Our Grading Services

  • Rough Grading – Moving and leveling large amounts of soil to create the basic shape of your site.
  • Finish Grading – Fine-tuning the surface for construction, landscaping, or pavement.
  • Drainage Grading – Adjusting slopes to prevent erosion and water pooling.
  • Road & Driveway Grading – Smoothing surfaces for long-lasting, drivable access.
  • Erosion Control – Establishing proper grades to protect soil and structures.