When it comes to tunneling, excavating, drilling, and land clearing, earthwork contractors are only as good as their equipment. Even the most experienced and knowledgeable teams cannot work without adequate machinery that’s in good working order. Here is just some of the equipment Weddle Enterprises in Somerset, KY, uses to exceed each client’s expectations when performing earthwork. 

3 Pieces of Equipment Reputable Earthwork Contractors Use

1. Bulldozers

With their long, flat blade, which can be tilted at various angles, bulldozers are perfect for moving large piles of earth. Additionally, because of their immense size and durability, they serve a dual purpose by crushing large boulders as they maneuver across a site. As one of the heaviest pieces of machinery, a bulldozer can be used for rough or fine grading and is needed in some capacity for virtually every project earthwork contractors will complete.  

2. Excavators 

Configured on tracks or wheels, excavators use a large bucket attached to a long arm and pivoting cab to lift heavy building materials, install piping, dig trenches, and demolish existing structures. Excavators are often used to complete rough grading as well, so it is common to see them on-site at the start of a project; however, as the project progresses, these machines are typically replaced with more precise equipment.  

3. Dump Trucks 

When you demolish a structure or dig out a foundation, all that dirt and debris has to go somewhere. A dump truck is on essentially every construction site. Most people are familiar with regular dump trucks, which go around their neighborhoods on garbage day and can be used on smaller sites. For larger sites or those with rough terrain, there are massive off-road dump trucks that can clear the way for other vehicles to move in and get the job done.

If you are putting the final touches on a pending commercial project and need earthwork contractors to break ground, turn to Weddle Enterprises. Based in Somerset, they prepare excavation sites throughout all of Central Kentucky. Thanks to their reliable equipment, this family-owned and -operated business is proud to offer everything from demolition and debris removal to site utility work that is always up to code. Visit their website to explore all the services they provide, or call (606) 678-4057 to discuss your needs today.