Civil Construction &
Site Preparation Services

Getting your construction project off to a strong start means taking the right steps in site preparation. Grizzly Excavating has been serving Penticton and the Okanagan Valley for over 20 years, offering a full range of civil construction services. From clearing the land to setting up essential drainage and utility systems, we handle everything needed to prepare your site for a smooth build.
Work With Us

Construction Support

Site Preparation Activities

A pipe rests in the dirt beside an active construction site, indicating ongoing work and infrastructure development.

Underground Utility Installation

We take care of all essential underground utility installations, including water, sewer, storm, and shallow bury utility systems. These are crucial to keeping any site safe and functional, and we ensure each installation meets the right standards for your project. From laying water lines to managing drainage, we set up your site to avoid future hassles.
Water & Sewer Systems
We install domestic water and sanitary sewer systems to meet all applicable codes, standards, and municipal specifications, in accordance with your construction plans.
Storm Water Systems
Proper underground and surface storm water systems prevent flooding and erosion, to protect your site from storm water damage.
Telecommunications & Electrical Systems
We work with certified contractors on the installation of all shallow bury utilities.
 
Work With Us
Contact Us

Subdivision Development

Our team handles everything for subdivision development, from shaping lots to grading land for safe, stable building. We make sure each plot meets the required standards for residential or commercial builds, testing the soil composition and shaping the land as needed for a solid base.
Lot Shaping
Our team carefully grades and levels each lot, ensuring stability and setting up proper access points.
Earthworks
We carry out large-scale earthmoving and cut-and-fill work to balance the land and prepare it for the following stages.
Work With Us
Contact Us
Aerial view of a residential development site showcasing land preparation and layout for future housing construction.
Construction equipment working on a snow-covered road, highlighting winter conditions and ongoing infrastructure projects

Site Preparation &
Earthworks

Site preparation is the backbone of every project we take on, covering structure and vegetation removal, grading, compacting, and soil testing to create a stable surface. Working with geotechnical engineers, we analyze the soil and reshape the land for safe, reliable building, focusing on the exact needs of each site.
Site Assessment
We start by thoroughly surveying the land to identify existing features like trees, utilities, topography, and soil conditions and set up a plan that meets the land's specific needs.
Cut and Fill Operations
With cut and fill, we adjust the land to make sure it’s stable, level, and ready for construction, creating a well-balanced site.
Work With Us
Contact Us

Road Works

Road works are an essential part of every development to ensure the site is accessible. We handle everything from grading to compaction of road base, to preparation for concrete curb gutter and sidewalk. Well-prepared roads help keep materials, equipment, and teams moving efficiently throughout the project.
Excavation, Grading & Base Preparation
We clear the land, perform earthwork by grading and sloping the area, installing a stable sub-base in preparation for asphalt and concrete curb and gutter that meet the project requirements.
Gravel Supply & Placement
We supply a wide range of industry standard MMCD and MOT specification gravel, sand and rock products from our local pit to service all of your road building needs.
Work With Us
Contact Us
Roundabout construction site featuring orange cones, indicating ongoing work and traffic management measures
A man is pouring concrete into a hole, demonstrating construction work and material application

Drainage Solutions

Good drainage is essential to a stable construction site. We install drainage solutions that manage the flow of water to prevent flooding and erosion to maintain infrastructure stability.
Catchbasin & Drywell Installation
Proper installation of catchbasins or drywells are effective in managing overland storm water flows.
Drainage Channels
Installing swales, drainage ditches, and culverts directs water away from developments and work areas, preventing site flooding and protecting against water damage.
Work With Us
Contact Us

Benefits of Choosing

for Site Preparation

At Grizzly Excavating, we offer a wide range of services tailored to meet your excavation needs. From civil projects to site preparation, our experienced team is here to ensure your project is a success.
1. Icon representing expansion, featuring arrows pointing outward to indicate growth or increased size
End-to-End Site Management
Our team takes care of everything, from planning the layout to grading, levelling, and setting up drainage systems. This full-service approach means your site is completely ready for a successful build.
Hard hat icon representing safety and protection in construction and industrial environments
Working with Geotechnical Engineers
We team up with geotechnical experts to make sure your site has the drainage and stability it needs. This way, you get a site that’s prepared to handle the demands of your project.
A simple, stylized representation of a thumbs-up icon, symbolizing approval or positive feedback
Top-Quality Equipment & Techniques
Our fleet of heavy equipment and detailed construction processes allow us to tackle any terrain. We quickly complete proper site planning while keeping projects on schedule.

Call Grizzly for all of your civil construction needs

Grizzly Excavating is here to help you kick off your project with top-quality site prep services. Reach out to discuss how our civil construction know-how can make your build easier and more reliable from the very first step.
Work With Us
Contact Us
A construction site featuring a red fire hydrant alongside a blue pipe, showcasing urban infrastructure development.