Serving the U.P. Since 1972

Excavation Services in Palmer, MI

Carlson-Loy Trucking & Excavating has served Palmer, Michigan and the surrounding Upper Peninsula since 1972, handling everything from excavation and trenching to septic work, grading, and material hauling.

Hiring local means we already know the ground. We're familiar with rocky Upper Peninsula terrain, frost heave, and rural access roads around Palmer. Every job starts with a free, no-obligation estimate, so you know the cost before you commit.

Excavation and Trucking Services Available to Palmer Properties

Palmer residents and businesses can call on the same crew and equipment we use across Ishpeming and the surrounding Upper Peninsula for any of these six core services.

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Site digging, grading, and foundation prep for homes and businesses.

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Clean, precise trenches for utility lines and drainage.

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Tank and drain field excavation for new installs and repairs.

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Land leveling and drainage-ready grading for any lot.

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Gravel base prep and driveway construction built for U.P. winters.

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Gravel, fill dirt, and topsoil delivered where you need it.

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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.

Get Your Free Palmer Excavation Estimate

A quick call or a short form gets a free, no-obligation estimate started for excavation, septic, grading, road, or hauling work anywhere in the Palmer area. No pressure, no hidden fees.