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Excavation &
Grading, Done
Right the First Time

Site prep, pads, pool digs, and land clearing across the northwest Valley. GPS-guided grading, a crew that leaves your property clean, and a full 1-year warranty on every job.

ROC Licensed & InsuredFamily Owned
Wittmann Based
1-Year Warranty
On Dirt Work
GPS-Guided
Precision Grading

American Works, LLC is a family-owned excavation and grading contractor based in Wittmann, Arizona, licensed under ROC # 343361. We handle site preparation, GPS-guided grading, land and brush clearing, pool excavation, and material hauling for homeowners and contractors across the northwest Phoenix valley — Wittmann, Surprise, Peoria, Phoenix, Scottsdale, and nine more communities. Free estimates. Every job carries a one-year warranty.

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We Don't Leave Until the Ground Is Right

GPS-guided grading, a site left clean every time, and a full 1-year warranty behind every job we finish.

What We Do

Five Services, One Standard

Every job leaves your site level, clean, and ready for what's next.

Skid steer with auger performing site grading beside a metal building

Grading Services

Precision leveling and soil management for pads, driveways, and lot prep. Landscape grading, site prep, and walkway installation.

Kubota excavator and two crew members working in a trench

Excavation Services

Septic and sewer digs, footing excavation, and building site prep. From residential jobs to complex construction sites.

Finished graded pad cleared of brush in front of a metal shop building

Land / Brush Clearing

Stump removal, brush clearance, and vegetation management to open up your property for what's next.

Excavated pool shell with rebar in place, ready for construction

Pool Excavation

Precision pool layout and digging for residential and commercial installs, tailored to Arizona's clay-rich soils.

Truck bed loaded with excavated rock and dirt for material hauling

Material Hauling

Dirt, rock, and construction debris moved quickly and cleanly — sized for projects large and small.

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RV Pads, Horse Property & Septic

We also grade RV pads and gates, level horse properties, and install septic systems — ask when you call.

Why Crews Call Us Back

Show Up. Do It Right. Stand Behind It.

Yellow mini excavator on a fenced dirt lot mid-grade
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GPS-guided precision

Every grade is laid out with survey-grade GPS — not eyeballed. The difference shows up in your driveway.

02

We leave it clean

Debris hauled, equipment tracks smoothed, property respected — every time, not just when asked.

03

A full 1-year warranty

Every job we finish is backed for a year. If the ground moves, we come back.

Our Work

Before & After

The highest-converting section on a contractor site, and the one piece of content the current site has none of.

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Needs six paired photos from recent jobs — same angle, before grading and after. See the shot list in the layout proposal, sheet 08. Once we have them, this becomes a drag-handle comparison people can swipe through on their phone.

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What Clients Say

★★★★★

“I had American Works come out to grade my side yard for RV Parking. Not only was the work top notch, but Karl was on time and worked hard until the job was done! He was also very informative along the way and kept me in the loop.”

Johnny WilkinsonRV Pad Grading
★★★★★

“I hired American Works to grade my horse property after a storm when things were a mess. Not only did they make my property level and safe again, but the care they took to keep everything clean was the cherry on top.”

Levi JacksonHorse Property Regrade
★★★★★

“I had these guys install a septic tank for me and they did a great job! Everything was installed with precision gps and the guy with the beard made my driveway look like an ice skating rink!”

Joshua AragonSeptic Install & Driveway Regrade
5.0★★★★★Average rating
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Where We Work

Serving the Northwest Valley

Based in Wittmann, AZ 85361

We run jobs across the northwest Phoenix valley. Call to confirm we cover your address before you fill out the form — it takes thirty seconds and saves a wasted trip.

Mon–Fri  6:00 AM–7:00 PM
Closed Sat & Sun

How It Goes

Four Steps to a Finished Site

01

You call

Tell us what you're dealing with. (623) 343-1123 — a real person picks up.

02

We walk the site

We look at ground conditions, access, and what the job actually needs.

03

You get a written estimate

A clear number before anything moves. No surprises mid-job.

04

We move dirt

Clean, on schedule, GPS-guided — and backed by a 1-year warranty.

Questions People Ask

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of excavation services?

Excavation prepares land for construction, landscaping, and utility installation by removing soil, rock, or debris to create a solid foundation. Whether it's a full site dig or a single trench, professional excavation ensures safety and precision from the start.

Why is grading important for construction and landscaping?

Proper grading levels your land and directs water away from structures, preventing pooling and erosion. It's the step that turns a rough lot into a stable surface for driveways, pads, and landscaping.

What does land clearing involve?

Removing trees, shrubs, stumps, and debris to open a site for construction or agricultural use — including stump removal and brush clearing, done to minimize impact on the surrounding land.

What should I expect during pool excavation?

Digging and shaping the land to fit your pool design with the accuracy Arizona's clay-rich soils demand, so the site is ready for installation without delays or damage.

What factors affect the cost of excavation?

Project size, soil type, and site accessibility. We give you a written estimate after walking the site, so the number reflects your ground, not a generic rate.

How does material hauling keep my project on schedule?

We move dirt, gravel, and debris on your timeline, with equipment sized for the load, so your site stays clear and work doesn't stall waiting on a truck.

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Free Estimates

Ready to Move Dirt?

Call now or send your site details — we'll walk it, quote it in writing, and get you scheduled.

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Ready to start your project? Fill out the form to get a free estimate on excavation, grading, land clearing, or hauling — fast, clean, and professional.

Or skip the form and call us directly at (623) 343-1123.