Since 1972

Excavation and Trucking Roots in Ishpeming, Michigan

If you're wondering who handles excavation work in Ishpeming, that's us. We're Carlson-Loy Trucking & Excavating, a family-owned company that has worked out of Ishpeming, MI since 1972. We handle excavation, trenching, septic excavation, grading, road and driveway work, and dump truck hauling for homes and businesses across the Upper Peninsula.

Ground around Ishpeming is rocky and prone to frost heave, and the spring thaw brings its own challenges. Our crews know how to work with that terrain because we've been doing it here for more than 50 years. We're licensed and insured, and every estimate is free.

Services Available to Ishpeming Residents and Businesses

We offer six core services to homeowners, contractors, and commercial property owners throughout Ishpeming. Each one links to a dedicated page with more detail.

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Excavation

Digging and site work for foundations, utilities, and land clearing on Ishpeming properties.

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Trenching

Clean, precise trenches for utility lines and drainage on residential and commercial lots.

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Septic Excavation

Septic tank and drain field excavation suited to Ishpeming's rocky, rural terrain.

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Landscaping & Grading

Grading and leveling that sets up proper drainage before winter frost sets in.

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Road & Driveway Work

Gravel base and driveway prep built to hold up through UP winters.

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Dump Truck & Material Hauling

Gravel, fill dirt, and topsoil delivered to your Ishpeming job site.

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Answers for Homeowners Hiring Excavation Contractors in Ishpeming

  • Do you serve homeowners right in Ishpeming, or just the outskirts?

    We work throughout Ishpeming itself, not just the surrounding townships. Our shop sits on County Road 581 just outside town, so we're close by for excavation, trenching, septic, grading, driveway, and hauling jobs on both in-town lots and rural properties nearby.

  • How fast can Carlson-Loy get to a job site in Ishpeming after I call?

    Because we're based right outside Ishpeming, we can usually schedule a free estimate visit within a few business days. Timing depends on the season and current workload, so call early if you're planning around spring thaw or before winter freeze-up.

  • Does Ishpeming's rocky ground make excavation take longer or cost more?

    Rocky, frost-heaved soil is common around Ishpeming, and it can affect dig time depending on depth and location. We've worked this ground since 1972, so we account for it during your free estimate rather than surprising you with costs later.

  • Are you licensed and insured to work on Ishpeming properties?

    Yes, we're fully licensed and insured for residential and commercial excavation and trucking work in Ishpeming and across the Upper Peninsula. We can provide proof of coverage on request when you schedule your free estimate.

Request Your Free Ishpeming Excavation Estimate

Reach out for a free, no-obligation estimate on excavation, trenching, septic, grading, driveway, or hauling work. We've served Ishpeming and the surrounding Upper Peninsula since 1972.