Excavation, Site Work, Land Clearing & Construction Near Me in Manchester, VT

Excavation Services in Manchester, VT

At Chico Excavating & Property Management, LLC, Construction & Design, we proudly provide reliable excavation, drainage solutions, land clearing, driveway construction, septic installs, site preparation, and full residential construction support right here in Manchester, VT, as well as the nearby communities of Dorset, Danby, Sunderland, Arlington, and East Dorset. From sloped hillside properties near the Taconic Mountains to rural parcels along back roads and open countryside, we deliver excavation near me services built specifically for Manchester’s varied terrain, changing soil conditions, and four-season Vermont climate.

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Manchester’s Trusted Excavation Services Near Me

Manchester Neighborhoods & Local Areas We Serve


  • Manchester Village and surrounding residential areas
  • Route 7A corridor and Manchester town line properties
  • Taconic Mountain foothill and hillside properties
  • Rural back roads and countryside parcels throughout Manchester
  • Dorset, Danby, and Sunderland border neighborhoods
  • Arlington- and East Dorset–adjacent properties
  • Mountain-view lots and wooded acreage
  • Sloped terrain, long private driveways, and steep-grade access properties
  • Remote, rural, and forested land across southern Bennington County

Built for Manchester Terrain & Local Conditions


Manchester and the surrounding mountain towns come with their own unique land challenges — steep grades, rocky soils, wet lowlands, limited access points, long private driveways, and dense forested terrain. Because we work throughout Manchester, Dorset, East Dorset, Danby, Sunderland, and Arlington, we understand exactly what local properties need for proper site preparation and long-term stability.

Our team is experienced in:

  • Mountain-grade driveway construction
  • Slope stabilization and erosion control on steep properties
  • Managing rocky soils, ledge, and uneven terrain
  • Drainage solutions for low-lying areas and snowmelt runoff
  • Tight-access excavation on wooded and hillside lots
  • Septic system excavation that meets Vermont state regulations
  • Land clearing, forestry preparation, and wooded lot development
  • Long driveways and private road construction for rural and mountain homes
Bulldozer ready for site work

This local experience ensures every project is completed safely, correctly, and built to withstand Vermont winters, freeze-thaw cycles, mud season, and heavy seasonal rain.

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Integrated Expertise, Start to Finish

Design + Build Under One Roof

One of the biggest benefits of working with Chico Excavating & Property Management, LLC, Construction & Design is our integrated approach: Chris manages excavation, site work, and utility services using top-tier technology, while Jessica leads the design and construction side, turning plans into finished spaces. With this combined expertise, you’ll have a single point of contact from the first bucket of dirt to the final brick.

Why Homeowners & Builders Choose Chico Excavating & Property Management, LLC, Construction & Design

  • 20+ Years of Experience

    Our decades of expertise in excavation, design, and construction ensure your project is handled efficiently and professionally from start to finish.

  • Cutting-Edge Technology

    We’re the only excavation company in Vermont using New England Laser CAD technology, giving unmatched precision and eliminating costly mistakes.

  • Fully Insured & Safety-Focused

    Your property and our crew are protected. Safety is our top priority on every job site.

  • Locally Owned & Operated

    As a Vermont-based company, we take pride in serving our community with reliable, high-quality workmanship you can trust.