Question 1

What areas do Belfast Excavation cover?

Accepted Answer

We are based in Belfast and cover the greater Belfast area including Lisburn, Newtownabbey, Castlereagh, Antrim, Bangor and North Down. If your site is nearby and not listed, get in touch as we most likely cover it.

Question 2

How do I get a quote for groundworks?

Accepted Answer

The quickest way is to call us on 028 9057 1354 for a chat about your project, or fill in the quote form on this site with your job details, postcode and the type of work needed. We will get back to you fast.

Question 3

What types of groundworks do you carry out?

Accepted Answer

We carry out site excavation, foundation digs, drainage installation and soakaways, site clearance, retaining wall groundworks, basement and underpinning excavation, cut and fill land levelling, and muck away and spoil removal.

Question 4

Do you work for homeowners or only developers?

Accepted Answer

We work for self-builders, property developers, construction firms and homeowners taking on larger projects. Whether you are digging a single house foundation or preparing a multi-plot development, we can help.

Question 5

Can you dig foundations for a self-build?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Foundation excavation for self-builds is one of our core services. We set out and dig trench and pad foundations to your engineer's drawings, to the correct depth and width, so your build can pour footings without delay.

Question 6

How long does site excavation take?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the size and complexity of the site. A standard residential foundation dig typically takes one to three days. Larger site excavation or bulk dig work can take longer. We will give you a realistic programme when we quote.

Question 7

Do you install drainage and soakaways?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We install foul and surface water drainage runs, connections and soakaway pits laid to fall. This is essential for new builds and extensions that need water moving away from the structure correctly.

Question 8

What machinery do you use?

Accepted Answer

We run a fleet of tracked excavators ranging from mini diggers for confined residential access through to larger machines for bulk site work, supported by our own tipper trucks for spoil removal.

Question 9

Do you offer muck away and spoil removal?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We load and haul surplus soil, clay and spoil using our own tipper fleet. This keeps your site clear and saves you arranging waste disposal separately.

Question 10

Are Belfast Excavation fully insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We carry full public liability and contractor's insurance. Details are available on request when you get in touch for a quote.

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