Located on Herrin Grove Road in Locust, Dirt Works Site Solutions Inc is the team Stanly County calls when it’s time to break ground on your vision. Whether you’re clearing a lot in Midland, building a custom home in Locust, digging a farm pond in Stanfield, or preparing a commercial site in Concord or Mount Pleasant, we bring the heavy equipment and precision expertise to transform raw land into buildable sites. With a 4.8-star rating across 26 reviews, we’ve earned our reputation through capability—handling everything from the first scoop of dirt through septic installation, grading, and final site finishing across Stanly and Cabarrus Counties.
Western Stanly County is experiencing unprecedented growth as the Charlotte metro expands eastward along the Highway 24/27 corridor. Raw acreage that was farmland and forest five years ago is becoming custom home sites, small subdivisions, and commercial properties. This transformation requires contractors who understand more than just digging—you need site solutions that account for red clay drainage challenges, proper septic system design for Piedmont soils, strategic land clearing that preserves desirable trees while removing obstacles, and grading that manages water flow across properties with variable slopes and terrain. Dirt Works Site Solutions isn’t just a septic installer or excavation contractor—we’re your complete site preparation partner from initial clearing through final landscaping, delivering turnkey solutions that let you move from overgrown acreage to move-in-ready property with one trusted team handling every phase.
Complete Site Preparation: From Forest to Finished Homesite
Dirt Works Site Solutions Inc provides integrated land development services that transform undeveloped properties into functional, code-compliant sites ready for construction and use. Our comprehensive capabilities eliminate the coordination headaches of juggling multiple contractors with different schedules, equipment limitations, and accountability gaps.
- Septic System Installation for New Construction & Raw Land Development — Installing septic systems on undeveloped land requires more than plumbing knowledge—it demands understanding of soil science, hydrology, local regulations, and construction sequencing. We handle complete septic installations from initial site evaluation through final inspection: coordinating percolation testing with Stanly or Cabarrus County health departments to determine soil suitability, designing systems appropriate for soil conditions, lot constraints, and projected home size, excavating tank locations and drainfield areas accounting for red clay challenges and water table depths, installing all components to North Carolina code with proper bedding and backfill techniques, and coordinating inspections to keep your construction timeline on track. For properties in Midland, Stanfield, or rural Locust where you’re starting with raw land, our integrated approach means the same crew that clears your lot and cuts your driveway also installs your septic system—eliminating scheduling conflicts between trades and ensuring site grading supports proper septic function. We understand Piedmont clay’s slow percolation rates, we know which soil conditions trigger engineered system requirements, and we design installations conservatively enough to function reliably for decades, not just meet minimum code standards.
- Land Clearing & Forestry Mulching for Site Preparation — Transforming wooded acreage into buildable sites requires strategic clearing that removes obstacles while preserving property value and managing erosion. We provide complete land clearing services using modern equipment that minimizes site disturbance: forestry mulching that grinds trees and brush in place, creating nutrient-rich mulch that prevents erosion and eliminates burn piles or hauling costs, selective clearing that removes undesirable species while preserving mature hardwoods and specimen trees that enhance property value, stump grinding and removal for complete site preparation, brush hogging for overgrown fields and pastures, and debris removal when hauling is necessary rather than on-site mulching. For properties throughout Stanly County where dense pine stands or overgrown hardwood forests cover potential homesites, our forestry mulching capabilities transform sites efficiently without the smoke, permits, and weather delays of traditional burn clearing. The mulch layer we leave controls erosion during construction, suppresses weed growth, and breaks down naturally over 2-3 years—protecting your investment while the site develops.
- Custom Pond Design & Construction — Farm ponds, fishing lakes, irrigation reservoirs, and aesthetic water features require specialized excavation expertise that accounts for hydrology, soil conditions, and long-term stability. We design and construct custom ponds for agricultural, recreational, and aesthetic purposes: evaluating site topography and soil to determine optimal location and size, designing dam structures and spillways that handle watershed runoff safely, excavating to proper depth and slope specifications for intended use, installing overflow structures and erosion control measures, and finishing banks and surrounding areas to your specifications. For properties in Stanfield’s agricultural areas or Midland’s estate lots where water features enhance both property value and functionality, we bring the heavy equipment and engineering understanding necessary to create ponds that function properly and last for generations. Whether you need a quarter-acre fishing pond, a multi-acre irrigation reservoir, or an aesthetic water feature for your property entrance, we handle projects from concept through completion including any required permits and environmental considerations.
- Precision Grading & Drainage Management — Proper site grading is fundamental to everything that follows—building foundations, driveways, septic system function, and long-term property maintenance all depend on water flowing where it should. We provide comprehensive grading services including building pad preparation with proper elevation and drainage, driveway construction accounting for slope, drainage, and access requirements, finish grading that directs water away from structures and toward appropriate discharge areas, French drain and swale installation for properties with challenging drainage, and erosion control implementation during and after construction. For properties in Mount Pleasant or Concord where red clay soil holds water and creates drainage challenges, proper grading isn’t optional—it’s the difference between a functional property and one plagued by standing water, foundation issues, and septic problems. We understand how water moves across Piedmont terrain, we account for seasonal water table fluctuations, and we grade sites to prevent problems rather than just meet minimum requirements.
- Driveway Construction & Access Road Development — Getting from the road to your building site requires more than just clearing a path—proper driveway construction accounts for grade, drainage, base preparation, and long-term durability. We build driveways and access roads that last: clearing and grubbing to remove organic material and roots, establishing proper base with compacted stone and drainage considerations, grading for appropriate slope that balances accessibility with water management, installing culverts and drainage structures where needed, and finishing with gravel or preparing for paving. For properties with steep terrain, long access distances, or challenging soil conditions, our experience prevents common mistakes like inadequate drainage that causes washouts, improper grade that makes access difficult in wet weather, or insufficient base that leads to rutting and settling. We’ve built hundreds of driveways across Stanly and Cabarrus Counties—we know what works and what fails in these soil and terrain conditions.
- Demolition & Site Cleanup Services — Preparing sites often requires removing existing structures, clearing debris, or cleaning up after previous developments. We provide demolition and cleanup services including residential and commercial structure removal, concrete and asphalt demolition and disposal, debris hauling and site cleanup, underground tank removal and disposal (oil tanks, old septic tanks), and clearing of abandoned wells or foundations. For properties in Locust or Midland where you’re replacing old structures or cleaning up inherited property, our capabilities eliminate the need for separate demolition contractors—we tear down, haul away, and prepare the site for your new construction in one coordinated operation.
Serving Locust, Concord, Midland, and Western Stanly County
The corridor between Concord and Locust is experiencing explosive growth as the Charlotte metro expands eastward. Dirt Works Site Solutions helps landowners throughout Stanly and Cabarrus Counties transform overgrown acreage, inherited farmland, and raw investment properties into dream homesites, functional agricultural operations, and income-producing developments. We’re based on Herrin Grove Road in Locust, which positions us perfectly to serve the region’s growth areas—from Midland’s expanding residential development along Highway 24/27, through Stanfield’s agricultural properties and estate lots, to Mount Pleasant’s custom home market and Concord’s ongoing development pressure.
We understand the terrain and soil conditions that define this region. Red Piedmont clay dominates—dense, slow-draining soil that requires specific techniques for septic installations, careful grading to prevent water pooling, and strategic clearing to minimize erosion during development. Properties here feature variable topography from relatively flat former farmland to rolling terrain with significant elevation changes that complicate building site selection and driveway design. Mature hardwood forests and dense pine stands cover many undeveloped parcels, requiring efficient clearing methods that manage debris without excessive hauling costs. These conditions demand equipment capability and local experience—understanding which trees to preserve for property value, how to grade clay soils so they drain properly, where septic drainfields will function best given soil and topography, and how to sequence site work efficiently to minimize weather delays and cost overruns.
Our service area reflects where Western Stanly County development is concentrated: Locust’s transformation from rural community to suburban bedroom town with custom homes on 2-5 acre lots, Midland’s Highway 24/27 corridor where Charlotte’s eastward expansion creates demand for both residential and commercial sites, Stanfield’s agricultural properties being converted to estate homesites and small horse farms, Mount Pleasant’s steady growth as an attractive alternative to Concord’s density and prices, and eastern Cabarrus County where similar development pressures create opportunities for landowners ready to develop inherited property or investment acreage. Whether you’re a custom home builder preparing sites for clients, a landowner ready to build your dream home, an investor developing small subdivisions, or an agricultural operator needing infrastructure improvements, Dirt Works delivers the heavy equipment capabilities and site preparation expertise that transform vision into reality.
Why Stanly County Property Owners Trust Dirt Works Site Solutions
4.8-Star Rating: Precision Execution with Heavy Equipment — Achieving a 4.8-star average across 26 reviews in the excavation and site preparation industry—where weather delays, underground surprises, and equipment challenges are routine—demonstrates consistent excellence in execution and customer communication. Our reviews emphasize reliability (showing up when scheduled despite weather challenges), capability (bringing appropriate equipment for complex projects), precision (grading to specifications that meet engineering requirements), and problem-solving (adapting to underground obstacles and site conditions that don’t match initial assumptions). When customers say “Dirt Works moved earth with precision” or “they handled challenges we didn’t anticipate,” they’re describing the professional execution that separates experienced contractors from equipment operators who just push dirt around. We bring both the machinery and the expertise to deliver results that meet engineering specifications, satisfy building inspectors, and function properly for decades.
Integrated Site Solutions Eliminate Contractor Coordination Headaches — Traditional land development requires coordinating multiple contractors: one clears the land, another excavates, a third installs the septic system, a fourth builds the driveway, and a fifth handles final grading. Each operates on their own schedule, blames others when problems arise, and adds coordination complexity that delays projects and inflates costs. Dirt Works provides integrated solutions where one team handles every phase from initial clearing through final site finishing. This eliminates scheduling conflicts between trades, prevents finger-pointing when site conditions complicate work, ensures grading accounts for septic system requirements and driveway placement, and gives you single-source accountability for the entire site preparation process. For landowners in Midland or Stanfield developing raw property, this integration accelerates timelines and simplifies project management—you’re working with one contractor you trust rather than juggling multiple relationships with varying reliability.
Heavy Equipment Fleet for Projects Large and Small — Site preparation capability depends entirely on equipment—you can’t clear 10 acres of mature forest with a chainsaw, you can’t grade a building pad properly with a pickup truck, and you can’t excavate a pond efficiently with hand tools. We maintain a comprehensive fleet of heavy machinery including excavators for septic installation and pond construction, bulldozers for land clearing and rough grading, forestry mulchers for efficient vegetation management, skid steers for finish work and tight access areas, dump trucks for material hauling, and specialized attachments for various site preparation tasks. This equipment diversity means we’re not limited by machinery constraints—we bring appropriate tools for each project phase rather than trying to make inadequate equipment work. For properties with challenging access, steep slopes, or complex requirements, our fleet capability separates feasible projects from ones that require compromise or remain undeveloped.
Understanding of Red Clay Soil & Piedmont Site Challenges — Stanly County’s red Piedmont clay creates specific challenges for site development that require local knowledge and proven techniques. Clay soils compact easily under heavy equipment, creating impermeable layers that prevent proper drainage. They hold moisture through wet seasons, making site work timing critical to avoid creating mud pits that delay projects for weeks. They require specific septic drainfield designs with larger absorption areas and proper stone bedding to overcome slow percolation rates. And they erode aggressively when vegetation is removed, demanding erosion control measures during construction and proper revegetation after completion. We’ve prepared hundreds of sites in these soil conditions—we know when weather windows allow productive work, how to grade clay so it drains properly, how to size septic systems for reliable function, and how to implement erosion control that actually prevents sediment issues. Experience with local conditions prevents costly mistakes and ensures sites function properly after construction completes.
Ready to start your land development project?
Call Dirt Works Site Solutions Inc at (704) 746-5252 or Request a Project Quote Online. We provide free site evaluations and project estimates throughout Stanly and Cabarrus Counties. For complex projects requiring multiple services (clearing, septic, grading, pond construction), contact us early in your planning process—our integrated approach to site preparation can identify opportunities and potential challenges before you’ve committed to final designs or building locations.
From our Herrin Grove Road base in Locust, Dirt Works Site Solutions Inc transforms raw land into finished sites ready for construction throughout Western Stanly County and eastern Cabarrus County. Whether you need septic installation in Midland, complete land clearing in Stanfield, custom pond construction in Mount Pleasant, or turnkey site preparation in Concord, our 4.8-star reputation reflects one simple commitment: when we say we’ll move the earth for you, we mean it—with precision, capability, and the heavy equipment to get it done right.
