Site Prep for Utility Installations in Kansas City

Workers in a trench of a utility installation job site
Workers in a trench of a utility installation job site
Workers in a trench of a utility installation job site

Expert Utility Excavation for Kansas City Contractors and Developers


Whether you're laying water lines for a new subdivision or prepping trenching routes for electrical infrastructure, utility installation starts with precision excavation. At ICON Grading & Construction, we provide expert site prep for utility installations across the Kansas City metro.


We work with general contractors, developers, and municipalities to keep critical infrastructure projects on time and on budget.



Our Utility Excavation Services Include:


  • Trenching for Water, Gas, and Sewer Lines
    Clean, code-compliant trenching that’s ready for immediate utility installation.

  • Electrical & Telecom Conduit Excavation
    Precision excavation for conduit runs with proper separation and compaction.

  • Stormwater & Drainage System Excavation
    Grade-correct trenching and detention basin prep to prevent downstream issues.

  • Backfill & Compaction Services
    Soil replacement and compaction to spec — including flowable fill or engineered materials.

  • Rock Excavation & Soil Stabilization
    For challenging terrain, we provide rock breaking, hauling, and compaction solutions.

  • Utility Coordination & Site Staking Support
    We can work closely with utility locators and project managers to prevent conflicts and ensure accuracy.



Why Choose ICON Grading for Utility Excavation?


Experienced & Licensed – Trusted by Kansas City’s top contractors.

Modern Fleet – Skid steers, trenchers, and excavators for any scope.

Flexible Scheduling – Quick turnaround for new installs or emergency repairs.

One Call, Full Prep – Grading, trenching, hauling, backfilling — all with one team.



Serving the Entire Kansas City Metro Area


We provide utility excavation services throughout:

  • Kansas City

  • Lee’s Summit

  • Grain Valley

  • Blue Springs

  • Warrensburg

  • Odessa

  • Independence

  • Lone Jack

  • Liberty

  • Warrensburg

  • And surrounding areas


Need work outside the KC metro? Give us a call — we travel for the right projects.

Our Utility Excavation Process

1

Site Evaluation & Planning

We review the scope, elevation plans, and utility maps to plan the excavation route.

1

Site Evaluation & Planning

We review the scope, elevation plans, and utility maps to plan the excavation route.

1

Site Evaluation & Planning

We review the scope, elevation plans, and utility maps to plan the excavation route.

2

Utility Locates & Pre-Mark

Coordination with One Call and other utility locators.

2

Utility Locates & Pre-Mark

Coordination with One Call and other utility locators.

2

Utility Locates & Pre-Mark

Coordination with One Call and other utility locators.

3

Excavation & Grading

We dig trenches to spec with proper slope, width, and safety shoring.

3

Excavation & Grading

We dig trenches to spec with proper slope, width, and safety shoring.

3

Excavation & Grading

We dig trenches to spec with proper slope, width, and safety shoring.

4

Inspection & Backfill

After install, we backfill using proper compaction techniques to protect utilities.

4

Inspection & Backfill

After install, we backfill using proper compaction techniques to protect utilities.

4

Inspection & Backfill

After install, we backfill using proper compaction techniques to protect utilities.

5

Final Site Cleanup

We leave your jobsite clean and ready for the next trade.

5

Final Site Cleanup

We leave your jobsite clean and ready for the next trade.

5

Final Site Cleanup

We leave your jobsite clean and ready for the next trade.

FAQs

Do you handle both private and public utility work?

Yes — we regularly work with developers, cities, and utility providers.

Can you help with emergency utility excavation?

Yes — we offer flexible scheduling and emergency response capabilities.

What kind of equipment do you use?

Our fleet includes excavators, dozers, and dump trucks for hauling.

Are you licensed and insured?

Absolutely. We carry full liability and workers’ comp insurance and comply with all OSHA standards.

Do you handle both private and public utility work?

Yes — we regularly work with developers, cities, and utility providers.

Can you help with emergency utility excavation?

Yes — we offer flexible scheduling and emergency response capabilities.

What kind of equipment do you use?

Our fleet includes excavators, dozers, and dump trucks for hauling.

Are you licensed and insured?

Absolutely. We carry full liability and workers’ comp insurance and comply with all OSHA standards.

Do you handle both private and public utility work?

Yes — we regularly work with developers, cities, and utility providers.

Can you help with emergency utility excavation?

Yes — we offer flexible scheduling and emergency response capabilities.

What kind of equipment do you use?

Our fleet includes excavators, dozers, and dump trucks for hauling.

Are you licensed and insured?

Absolutely. We carry full liability and workers’ comp insurance and comply with all OSHA standards.

Let's Build Something Solid

Get a Utility Excavation Quote Today

Need professional utility site prep in Kansas City? Let ICON Grading handle the dirt so you can focus on the install.

Let's Build Something Solid

Get a Utility Excavation Quote Today

Need professional utility site prep in Kansas City? Let ICON Grading handle the dirt so you can focus on the install.

Let's Build Something Solid

Get a Utility Excavation Quote Today

Need professional utility site prep in Kansas City? Let ICON Grading handle the dirt so you can focus on the install.