aMaximum Construction handles excavation for homeowners and contractors in Vaughan. Foundation digs, footings, grading, trenching, and site prep — utility locates always done before the first cut.
We are a licensed and insured general contractor serving Toronto and the GTA since 2018.
WSIB clearance, $2M liability insurance, and all permits handled. You are protected from start to finish.
Detailed written quote before any work begins. No hidden fees, no surprise invoices at the end.
We coordinate all trades under one contract. You deal with us — not a dozen different contractors.
Milestone-based schedule with regular updates. We show up when we say we will and finish when we say we will.
Written warranty on all work. We use quality materials and back every job with a workmanship guarantee.
Clean jobsite every day. We treat your home with respect — no mess left behind, no damage to surroundings.
Professional services tailored to your needs and budget.
New home, addition, or garage foundation dig to engineer specs.
Yard grading for proper drainage away from foundations.
Utility, weeping tile, irrigation, and drainage trenching.
Inground pool digs — precise depth and shape per pool specs.
Underpinning and bench-footing to increase basement ceiling height.
French drains, catch basins, swales — proper site drainage.
Our simple 4-step process — from first call to finished project.
We assess site access, soil conditions, underground utility locations (Ontario One Call).
Excavation plan and fixed quote — depth, volume, disposal.
We request Ontario One Call locates before any digging begins.
Precise excavation with proper shoring, drainage, and final grading.
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Small excavation projects start around $3,000–$8,000. Foundation digs for additions run $15,000–$35,000. Pool excavation ranges $5,000–$15,000. Free quotes available.
Always — we request utility locates through Ontario One Call (1-800-400-2255) before any excavation. This is required by law and protects against hitting gas, hydro, or water lines.
A standard foundation dig takes 1–3 days. Pool excavation takes 1–2 days. Timeline depends on site access and soil conditions.
Clean fill can be repurposed on-site for grading or hauled away. Contaminated soil requires special disposal. We assess and advise.
Yes — we provide basement lowering through underpinning and bench-footing. This requires a structural engineer's drawings, which we arrange.