Dirt work in Mount Vernon, MO
Gravel driveways, land clearing, drainage and grading, site prep, demolition, retaining walls, and pond work for Mount Vernon and the rest of Lawrence County. We're based in Springfield, 34 minutes up the road, and Mount Vernon is part of our everyday route.
Working Mount Vernon's ground
Mount Vernon, the Lawrence County seat on I-44 west of Springfield, is surrounded by beef and dairy ground with a steady trickle of new rural builds.
Farm entrances off the interstate corridor, acreage drives, site prep, and fence-line clearing bring us to Mount Vernon regularly.
What we do around Mount Vernon
- Gravel Driveways
New gravel driveways, regrading, added rock, and washout repair for homes and acreages in Mount Vernon.
$1,500–$6,000typical range - Land Clearing
Lot clearing, brush and tree removal, stump grinding, and cleanup on properties around Mount Vernon.
$1,500–$10,000typical range - Drainage & Grading
French drains, regrading, trenching, and erosion fixes for wet yards and flooded driveways in Mount Vernon.
$800–$6,000typical range - Excavation & Site Prep
Building pads, basements, trenching, grading, and dirt hauling for projects in and around Mount Vernon.
$2,000–$15,000+typical range - Demolition & Hauling
Shed and structure teardown, concrete removal, and debris hauling with full cleanup around Mount Vernon.
$500–$8,000typical range - Retaining Walls
Retaining walls, bank stabilization, and erosion control built for the slopes around Mount Vernon.
$1,500–$12,000typical range - Ponds, Creeks & Pools
Ponds dug and sealed to hold water, dry creek beds, and pool excavation for properties around Mount Vernon.
$2,500–$15,000+typical range
Where Mount Vernon sits on our map
Lawrence County · population ≈4,500 · 32 miles from Springfield · ZIP 65712
Word gets around
“Rapid Excavating, LLC did an excellent job on replacing our leaky water line, grading 3 gravel driveways, tree removal, and brush pile cleanup. They are very pleasant to deal with and their prices are great!”
“Rapid Excavating lives up to its name. The team is fast and reliable. Nik is very knowledgable, and the workers were careful. I have contracted Rapid Excavating for other projects, including stump grinding and drainage issues. Nik always has the solution! I have recommended Rapid Excavating to many others.”
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Tell us what you need done in Mount Vernon
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Mount Vernon questions, answered
Does Rapid Excavating really come out to Mount Vernon?
Yes. Mount Vernon is squarely inside our service area. We're based in Springfield, about 34 minutes away, and we're in Lawrence County regularly. There's no trip charge for quotes.
How much does excavation or dirt work cost in Mount Vernon, MO?
It depends on the job. Gravel driveways commonly run $1,500–$6,000, land clearing is priced by the acre, and drainage fixes often land between $800 and $6,000. Every Mount Vernon job starts with a free written quote, so you'll know the exact number before we start.
How fast can you get to a job in Mount Vernon?
Quotes are usually scheduled within a few days, and smaller jobs can often start within a week or two. Call (417) 838-4892 and we'll give you an honest timeline for Mount Vernon.
Are you licensed and insured to work in Lawrence County?
Yes. Rapid Excavating, LLC is fully licensed and insured for residential and commercial work throughout southwest Missouri, including Lawrence County.
Need dirt work in Mount Vernon? Let's talk.
Call now and talk to the person who runs the machine, not a call center. Free written quotes, usually within 24 hours.