Comprehensive excavation
and site preparation
From the first dig to the final grade, we handle every phase of excavation with precision and care.
Site Preparation
Clearing, grading, and leveling land for new construction — residential homes, additions, and commercial buildings.
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Precision grading for proper water drainage, foundation stability, and code compliance on any lot size.
Learn moreDrainage Solutions
French drains, dry wells, swales, and surface drainage systems that protect your property from water damage.
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Accurate excavation for basements, slabs, and footings — dug to specification, ready for the concrete crew.
Learn morePermit & Plan Assistance
We help navigate local Rochester permitting requirements and work from your architectural plans or ours.
Learn moreEmergency Services
Sudden drainage issues, storm damage, or urgent grading needs — we respond quickly when it matters most.
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Built on hard work
and honest referrals
Swanson T G Excavating has been serving Rochester and the greater SE Minnesota area for over two decades. What started as a one-truck operation has grown into a trusted name in residential and commercial excavation — not through advertising, but through word of mouth and the kind of work that makes people pick up the phone to call you again.
We understand the unique soil conditions and drainage challenges of the Rochester area. From the clay-heavy soils that shift with seasonal freeze-thaw cycles to the water table concerns that come with building here, we bring local knowledge to every project.
On time, on budget
Realistic timelines and honest pricing with no surprise change orders.
Clean job sites
We respect your property and leave it as tidy as we found it.
Local and reliable
Based right here in Rochester — we're your neighbors, not a distant company.
Projects that speak
for themselves
From call to completion
A straightforward process with no surprises.
Call or email us
Describe your project — whether it's a small drainage fix or a full site prep. We'll discuss the scope and set expectations.
Site visit & estimate
We come to your property, assess the conditions, and provide a detailed written estimate — no obligation, no pressure.
Schedule & execute
Once you approve, we schedule the work and get started. We keep you informed throughout and clean up when we're done.
Final walk-through
We walk the job with you to make sure everything meets your expectations. Your satisfaction is the only reference we need.
Ready to get your project started?
Give us a call or send an email — we respond to every inquiry the same day.
Let's talk about
your project
Whether you need a simple grade correction or a full excavation plan, we're here to help. Reach out by phone, email, or the form below — we respond the same day.
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