Dirt work in Strafford, MO
Gravel driveways, land clearing, drainage and grading, site prep, demolition, retaining walls, and pond work for Strafford and the rest of Greene County. We're based in Springfield, 16 minutes up the road, and Strafford is part of our everyday route.
Working Strafford's ground
Strafford sits on old Route 66 at the I-44 corridor east of Springfield, surrounded by cattle ground and acreage properties. Quick interstate access makes it popular for truck shops, trades, and buyers wanting land close to town.
In and around Strafford we prep pads for shops and steel buildings off I-44, install gravel drives and parking areas that hold up to trucks, and clear brush and cedar from pasture and building sites.
What we do around Strafford
- Gravel Driveways
New gravel driveways, regrading, added rock, and washout repair for homes and acreages in Strafford.
$1,500–$6,000typical range - Land Clearing
Lot clearing, brush and tree removal, stump grinding, and cleanup on properties around Strafford.
$1,500–$10,000typical range - Drainage & Grading
French drains, regrading, trenching, and erosion fixes for wet yards and flooded driveways in Strafford.
$800–$6,000typical range - Excavation & Site Prep
Building pads, basements, trenching, grading, and dirt hauling for projects in and around Strafford.
$2,000–$15,000+typical range - Demolition & Hauling
Shed and structure teardown, concrete removal, and debris hauling with full cleanup around Strafford.
$500–$8,000typical range - Retaining Walls
Retaining walls, bank stabilization, and erosion control built for the slopes around Strafford.
$1,500–$12,000typical range - Ponds, Creeks & Pools
Ponds dug and sealed to hold water, dry creek beds, and pool excavation for properties around Strafford.
$2,500–$15,000+typical range
Where Strafford sits on our map
Greene County · population ≈2,500 · 12 miles from Springfield · ZIP 65757
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 Strafford
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Strafford questions, answered
Does Rapid Excavating really come out to Strafford?
Yes. Strafford is squarely inside our service area. We're based in Springfield, about 16 minutes away, and we're in Greene County regularly. There's no trip charge for quotes.
How much does excavation or dirt work cost in Strafford, 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 Strafford 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 Strafford?
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 Strafford.
Are you licensed and insured to work in Greene County?
Yes. Rapid Excavating, LLC is fully licensed and insured for residential and commercial work throughout southwest Missouri, including Greene County.
Need dirt work in Strafford? 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.