SITE PREP & FOUNDATIONS

Building the Future of Your Home from the Ground Up

Whether We’re Navigating Catskill Shale or Managing Heavy Clay, We Have the Right Equipment to Handle the Terrain.

Starting a new build in the mountains requires more than just moving dirt—it requires a deep understanding of the local terrain. At BEE Excavating, we specialize in high-accuracy footing excavation and basement dig-outs designed to last for generations.

With 35 years of experience in Delaware, Greene, Otsego, and Schoharie counties, we understand our local mountain soil better than anyone. We provide the surgical precision needed for proper foundation backfilling and compaction, ensuring your home sits on a solid, stable base.

Homesite Development

Complete “woods-to-build-ready” packages.

Foundation Dig-Outs

Precision excavation for basements, crawlspaces, and slabs.

High-Accuracy Footings

Ensuring your foundation is perfectly leveled and according to plan.

Backfilling & Compaction

Using the right materials and pressure to prevent settling.

Drainage & Underground Utilities

High-performance drainage solutions and utility trenching designed to keep your home dry and your infrastructure secure.

Driveway & Access Roads

Carving out paths to make your property accessible for vehicles and equipment.

Grading

Final ground leveling to ensure water flows away from your new structure.

BEE Secure: Why Precision Matters.
A house is only as good as the hole it sits in. Improper compaction or poor soil management can lead to cracked foundations and water issues years down the line. Trust our 35 years of “worker bee” work ethic to get your new construction site prep done right the first time, and that will last a lifetime.

Make Your Property All the Buzz.
Once we shape your build-ready footprint, ensure your hive is fully protected by pairing it with our expert [utility and drainage] services and long-lasting [driveways and gravel] access solutions.

Ready to Lay the Groundwork for Your New Home?

We don’t just dig — we protect your home’s long-term health.
Let our family handle the precision work.

CALL 607-435-6434

Serving Our Neighbors Across the Catskill Mountains

We are proud Harpersfield residents and provide professional excavation services throughout our region.
Don’t see your town listed? If you are in the surrounding mountain area, give us a buzz!

DELAWARE COUNTY
Stamford • Delhi • Walton • Roxbury
Franklin • Margaretville

GREENE COUNTY
Windham • Ashland • Jewett • Hunter
Tannersville • Haines Falls

OTSEGO COUNTY
Oneonta • Worcester • Decatur
Westford • Maryland

SCHOHARIE COUNTY
Jefferson • Gilboa • Summit
Blenheim • Cobleskill

BEE Excavating LLC
607-435-6434
Kurt Eckert Sr. + Kurt Eckert Jr.
Harpersfield NY

BEE Safe! We Are Fully Licensed & Insured

For your peace of mind and protection, BEE Excavating is fully licensed and carries comprehensive insurance for all residential and commercial projects. We prioritize safety and professionalism on every “hive” we visit!