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Family-owned · Serving local homes since 1982

Excavation & Grading Services Across the North Shore

Planning underground pipe work, grading, or access for a repair? Spencer’s Peabody-based team can review your site and explain the proposed work before your project moves forward.

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What can we help you with?

Find the service you need below. Each category links directly to repair, replacement, and installation information—so you can get to the details without searching the whole site.

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How your excavation project starts

A real conversation. Clear options. Work you approve before we begin.

  1. Tell us what’s happening

    Call or book online and tell us what’s going on. We’ll set up the right visit.

    • Damaged underground pipe?
    • Yard drainage problems?
    • Planning grading or site work?

  2. We check it out

    We review the site, discuss access, and explain what the project needs.

    • Review the site and access
    • Discuss underground services
    • Define the proposed work

  3. You choose the work

    Review your options and pricing before giving us the go-ahead.

    • Review the options
    • See pricing first
    • Approve only the work you want

  4. We carry out the plan

    The team completes the agreed work and reviews the project with you.

    • Complete the agreed work
    • Review the finished work
    • Explain the next steps

Plan the work around the property.

Site conditions shape an excavation project. Spencer’s excavation and grading services include underground pipe access, sewer-line replacement, grading, and site preparation. You can also discuss access around foundations and drainage-related site work.

Before a project proceeds, the team needs to review the location, access for equipment, the proposed depth and area of work, and how the site will be left afterward. Ask which restoration tasks are covered in writing and which may need separate arrangements.

For damaged sewer or water lines, inspection findings help determine whether open excavation is required or a less invasive method may be suitable. For grading and other site work, call to discuss your project and confirm the available service.

Workmanship we stand behind.

Our sewer work carries a 30-year transferable warranty on labor and installation defects. Workmanship coverage concerns how the work was done; it is different from a manufacturer’s equipment or parts warranty. We review the written terms that apply to your proposed work with your proposal.

  • 30-year transferablewarranty on labor and installation defects
  • Parts and laborcoverage as it applies to your work
  • Written termsreviewed with your proposal

Coverage varies by equipment and work performed. Review your written warranty for covered parts, labor, exclusions, and maintenance requirements.

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Why North Shore homeowners choose Spencer

4.9 Google rating

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From Spencer's Google reviews

“Excellent service from technician Anthony. What I like about Spencer services is that they come when they say they will and the work is very dependable.”
William S., Google review, August 2026
“Pasquale took care of my aging HVAC. He was punctual, professional, efficient and got my HVAC back in prime condition. Considering signing up for their annual service maintenance.”
Venki A., Google review, September 2026

More ways to care for your home.

Service Partner Plan

Explore Spencer’s membership options and the services included in each plan.

Financing options

Review financing options and ask which terms apply to your proposed work.

Plan your project

Discuss an installation or replacement with our team before choosing the next step.

Excavation help for homes across the North Shore

Explore our general service area, then call to confirm excavation availability for your project.

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Excavation questions, answered

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  • What kinds of excavation work can I discuss with Spencer?

    The existing excavation service covers sewer-line access and replacement, grading, site preparation, and foundation-related access. Call with the location and a description of the work so we can confirm what the job involves.

  • Does every damaged sewer line need excavation?

    No. Pipe condition and access determine the options. A line may be suitable for a trenchless approach, while other damage requires excavation and replacement.

  • What affects the cost of excavation?

    The area and depth of work, site access, existing underground conditions, the repair itself, and restoration requirements all change how much work the job takes. We discuss the proposed work before you approve it.

  • How will my yard be left afterward?

    Ask the team to describe backfill, grading, and restoration in the written proposal. The included work depends on the project, so do not assume every surface finish is part of the same job.

  • Can you give me a timeline before work starts?

    We can go over the expected sequence after we review the site and what the job involves. Weather, access, inspections, and conditions found on site can affect the schedule.

  • Is excavation available in my town?

    Use the map to review Spencer’s general service area, then call to confirm excavation availability and site access for your particular project. The map does not create an excavation booking or confirm availability.

Tell us about your excavation project

978-293-5770

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Tell us what’s happening and how to reach you. Our team will call to discuss your request. This is a callback request, not a confirmed appointment.

  • 4.9 Google rating
  • Licensed & insured · MA #11868 · #4610PLC
  • Family-owned in Peabody since 1982
  • Same-day service available. Ask when you call.
“They were efficient, courteous, clearly knew what to do and we felt very satisfied.”
Printice R., Google review, August 2026

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