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One call, the whole job
Basswood Excavation works on the same schedule as Masonry and Landscapes, so the dig, the septic, the stone and the finish are coordinated by one company.
Services
Driveways
Rural access and driveway builds.
Septic Installation
Septic installation with the site work.
Foundation & Slab Prep
Pads and grades for foundations and slabs.
Shoreline
We dig, grade and set stone on waterfront lots.
Armourstone Installs
Armour stone is set with the machine, not dumped on the bank.
Retaining Walls
Retaining walls are part of the excavation work.
Grading
Grading is part of the site work.
Trenching
This is general trenching only.
Dirt Work
Dirt work covers site prep, digging and backfill.
Stone Delivery
We deliver armour stone and boulders. Call for delivery pricing.
How the work is done
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Shield ground, set to last
Crews work bedrock, clay pockets and cottage roads every day. Compaction and stone are set to hold through freeze thaw, and the lot is left ready for the next trade.
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Approval before shoreline work
Most shoreline work needs approval first. We wait for approval before work starts.
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Stone set with the machine
Armour stone is set with the machine, not dumped on the bank. We deliver armour stone and boulders. Call for delivery pricing.
Also offered
Site prep and grading, bush clearing, trenching, demolition, rip rap, erosion control, retaining walls, beach sand and stone steps.
FAQ
Do I need a permit for shoreline work?
Most shoreline work needs approval first. We wait for approval before any work starts.
What areas do you work in?
Huron Shores, Thessalon, Blind River, Iron Bridge, Bruce Mines, Elliot Lake, St. Joseph Island and the rest of the North Shore of Algoma. See the service area page for the full list.
How do I get a quote?
Call or text 705-943-4141 or email build@basswoodinc.ca with your town, what you want done and three photos. Every job is quoted after we've seen the site.
Where we work
Huron Shores, Thessalon, Echo Bay, Desbarats, Bruce Mines, Iron Bridge, Blind River, Spanish, Elliot Lake, St. Joseph Island, Richards Landing, Hilton Beach, Algoma Mills and Bar River.
- Huron Shores
- Thessalon
- Echo Bay
- Desbarats
- Bruce Mines
- Iron Bridge
- Blind River
- Spanish
- Elliot Lake
- St. Joseph Island
- Richards Landing
- Hilton Beach
- Algoma Mills
- Bar River
Every job is quoted after we've seen the site.
Call or text 705-943-4141 or email build@basswoodinc.ca with your town, what you want done and three photos.
Financing is available through Financeit. Contact build@basswoodinc.ca or 705-943-4141.