Serving the U.P. Since 1972

Excavation Services in Champion, MI


Carlson-Loy Excavating provides dependable excavation and trucking services to property owners and businesses in Champion, MI, and surrounding Upper Peninsula communities. Since 1972, we've provided practical solutions for excavation, trenching, septic excavation, grading, driveway work, and material hauling.

Whether you're preparing a property for construction, improving your driveway, working on drainage, preparing for a septic project, or moving materials around a jobsite, our team provides the excavation services needed to support your project.

Complete Excavation Services for Champion Properties


Different projects require different types of excavation and site preparation. Carlson-Loy Excavating provides several services that can help property owners and contractors complete their earthwork projects..

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Professional Excavation

Excavation may be necessary for construction, foundations, property improvements, drainage work, and other projects. Our excavation services help prepare sites for the next phase of construction or property development.

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Trenching Services

Our trenching services support projects that require narrow or extended excavations for underground utilities, drainage, water lines, septic work, and other site requirements.

We approach each trenching project based on the specific conditions and requirements of the property.

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Septic projects require appropriate excavation and site preparation. Carlson-Loy Excavating provides excavation services for septic installations, replacements, access, and related earthwork.

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Professional grading can help create more usable and properly prepared areas around a property. Our grading and earthwork services can support landscaping projects, drainage preparation, yard improvements, and general site preparation.

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A driveway or private road needs a properly prepared base and appropriate grading. Carlson-Loy Excavating provides excavation, grading, and material services for driveway and road projects in Champion.

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Our material hauling services support excavation, grading, driveway, landscaping, and construction projects. We can provide transportation of materials such as gravel, sand, soil, fill, and other bulk materials needed for your project.

Common Questions From Palmer Customers


  • Do you serve Palmer, Michigan for excavation work?

    Yes, we serve Palmer and the surrounding Marquette County area. We've worked throughout the Upper Peninsula since 1972 and regularly take on excavation, trenching, septic, and hauling jobs for Palmer homeowners and businesses. Call us for a free estimate before you commit to any project.
  • How fast can you start a septic excavation project near Palmer?

    Scheduling depends on the season and current job load, but we move quickly once we've seen your site. Spring thaw and fall are our busiest stretches. Call ahead so we can walk your property and give you a realistic start date.
  • Can you handle rocky or uneven ground common around Palmer?

    Yes. Much of the ground around Palmer and the Marquette Iron Range carries rock and uneven terrain, and our equipment and operators are set up for exactly that. We grade around obstacles instead of forcing a shortcut that causes problems later.
  • Do you provide free estimates for driveway and road work in Palmer?

    Yes, every estimate is free with no obligation. We'll walk your property, look at drainage and access, and give you a straight number for grading, gravel, and driveway work before you decide anything.

Decades of Upper Peninsula Experience

Since 1972, Carlson-Loy Excavating has served customers throughout Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Our long history in the region has given us extensive experience with excavation and earthwork projects.



We understand that site conditions can vary from one property to another. Terrain, soil, drainage, access, and seasonal conditions can all affect how excavation work needs to be approached..

Serving Champion and Nearby Communities


Champion is one of the communities included in our Upper Peninsula service area. Carlson-Loy Excavating also serves Ishpeming, Negaunee, Marquette, Palmer, National Mine, and surrounding communities.



Our local service area allows us to provide excavation and hauling support for both residential and commercial projects.

Common Questions From Palmer Customers


  • Do you serve Palmer, Michigan for excavation work?

    Yes, we serve Palmer and the surrounding Marquette County area. We've worked throughout the Upper Peninsula since 1972 and regularly take on excavation, trenching, septic, and hauling jobs for Palmer homeowners and businesses. Call us for a free estimate before you commit to any project.
  • How fast can you start a septic excavation project near Palmer?

    Scheduling depends on the season and current job load, but we move quickly once we've seen your site. Spring thaw and fall are our busiest stretches. Call ahead so we can walk your property and give you a realistic start date.
  • Can you handle rocky or uneven ground common around Palmer?

    Yes. Much of the ground around Palmer and the Marquette Iron Range carries rock and uneven terrain, and our equipment and operators are set up for exactly that. We grade around obstacles instead of forcing a shortcut that causes problems later.
  • Do you provide free estimates for driveway and road work in Palmer?

    Yes, every estimate is free with no obligation. We'll walk your property, look at drainage and access, and give you a straight number for grading, gravel, and driveway work before you decide anything.

Licensed & Insured

Carlson-Loy Excavating is licensed and insured and has provided excavation and trucking services since 1972. Our goal is to provide dependable service and practical excavation solutions for every project.

Start Your Champion Excavation Project

Whether your project requires excavation, trenching, septic excavation, grading, driveway work, or material hauling, Carlson-Loy Excavating is ready to discuss your needs.



Call 906-486-6131 today to request your free estimate.

Looking for Excavation Services in Champion, MI?


Contact Carlson-Loy Excavating today to discuss your project and learn more about our excavation and trucking services.