Site preparation, grading, pool excavation, land clearing, trench work, and machinery rentals with operator — the groundwork that makes every project possible.
Before any pool goes in, any hardscape gets laid, or any structure gets built, the ground has to be properly prepared. Excavation and site preparation is the foundation of everything we build — and having our own equipment and operators in-house means we control this phase completely, without waiting on outside contractors or inflated subcontract costs.
True North Construction operates our own fleet of excavation equipment and employs experienced operators who have worked alongside our build teams for years. Whether it's a pool excavation, a full site clearing, drainage grading, or a tight-access trench in a finished backyard, we have the right machine and the right operator for the job.
From tight-access residential jobs to large-scale site clearing — here's the full scope of excavation and machinery work our team delivers.
From utility locates to final grade — here's how we approach every excavation and site prep project.
When excavation is subcontracted, you lose control over scheduling, operator quality, and how the site is treated. Subcontract operators don't know your project — they show up, dig to a sketch, and leave. Our operators have worked alongside our construction teams for years and understand exactly what every project needs from the ground up.
We own and maintain our own equipment fleet — mini excavators for tight residential access and full-size machines for larger sites. That means faster mobilization, better scheduling control, and an operator who's accountable to the finished result, not just the day rate.
Many residential properties in Ontario have limited backyard access — narrow side gates, existing landscaping, fencing, and structures that make conventional equipment impossible to use. We operate compact mini excavators and skid steers specifically chosen for tight residential access, so we can get the job done without demolishing everything around it.
We've executed pool excavations, drainage repairs, and site prep through 36-inch gate openings and across finished lawns with minimal disturbance to the surrounding property. If you've been told a job can't be done because of access, talk to us first.
Based in Oakville, we provide excavation, site prep, and machinery services for homeowners and contractors across GTA North, cottage country, and all of Ontario.
Available to homeowners and contractors across Oakville, GTA North, Barrie, Collingwood and all of Ontario. Call us to discuss your site needs.