Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Heavy Civil Construction & Demolition Services Nationwide
Independence Excavating has been a trusted leader in heavy civil construction for nearly 70 years, delivering complex public and private projects nationwide. Our expertise spans fast-track schedules, multi-disciplinary capabilities, and resource-intensive demands, supported by a skilled management team, experienced field crews, and one of the industry's most advanced equipment fleets. We prioritize safety as our top value, maintaining an exceptional safety record while executing projects that exceed client expectations. Backed by decades of experience and financial stability, we tackle challenging sites with innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology. Our commitment to quality is evident in our work on high-profile infrastructure projects, including airport expansions, highway construction, and environmental remediation.We invest in continuous workforce development and equipment modernization to ensure operational excellence. Our project managers leverage GPS and digital tools to maintain precision in demanding environments, meeting deadlines despite weather or technical challenges. As part of the DiGeronimo Companies, we maintain partnerships with subcontractors and clients to deliver comprehensive construction solutions. Our reputation for reliability is built on completing projects like the Martin Drake Power Plant demolition and Pensacola Airport apron expansion ahead of schedule. We combine technical expertise with practical problem-solving to serve owners, construction managers, and general contractors nationwide.
Services
Heavy Civil Construction
Demolition & Decommissioning
Environmental Remediation
Concrete Paving
Aggregate Crushing
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We have 70+ years of experience in heavy civil construction and demolition
- Our fleet includes the most technologically advanced construction equipment
- We maintain an exceptional safety record with zero lost-time incidents
- We operate nationwide with local project management teams in key regions
- Our financial stability ensures reliable project completion from start to finish
What people say
Successful completion
Safely on schedule
Professional treatment
Exceptional safety record
Technical expertise
Services
Heavy Civil Construction
We execute large-scale earth-moving projects including highway construction, airport runway development, and complete site civil work. Our capabilities cover mass excavation, utility installation, and complex grading operations for both public and private clients. With one of the industry's largest equipment fleets, we handle projects requiring specialized resources and tight schedule adherence.
Demolition & Decommissioning
Our division specializes in environmental decommissioning and complete structural demolition of industrial facilities. Services include selective interior demolition, hazardous material abatement, and concrete recycling. We handle complex projects like power plant decommissioning while maintaining strict safety protocols and environmental compliance throughout the process.
Environmental Remediation
We provide turn-key solutions for environmental cleanup including hazardous waste removal, landfill construction, and soil remediation. Our expertise covers wetland protection, erosion control, and coal combustion residual management. We handle contaminated site restoration while complying with all regulatory requirements and safety standards.
Concrete Paving
As premier concrete paving contractors, we deliver airfield aprons, taxiways, and highway infrastructure using stringless grading technology. Our specialized teams handle full-service demolition, aggregate crushing, and precision paving for military bases, commercial airports, and transportation departments nationwide.
Aggregate Crushing
We operate crushing facilities that process limestone and concrete into construction aggregates. Our capabilities include on-site material processing for road construction projects and asphalt paving. We handle large-volume material production while maintaining quality control for base materials used in infrastructure developments.
Questions
What types of construction projects does Independence Excavating handle?
We specialize in heavy civil construction including highway development, airport infrastructure, power plant demolition, and environmental remediation projects across the United States.
How does the company ensure project safety?
Safety is our top priority with dedicated professionals conducting inspections, OSHA training, and environmental monitoring to maintain our exceptional safety record.
Can they handle complex demolition projects?
Yes, our demolition division handles complete structural demolition, hazardous material abatement, and environmental decommissioning of industrial facilities nationwide.
What geographic areas do they serve?
We operate nationwide with primary service areas in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, Michigan, and Florida.
What equipment and technology do they use?
We maintain one of the industry's largest equipment fleets with GPS technology, digital project management tools, and specialized machinery for complex projects.
How do they handle environmental regulations?
Our environmental remediation team ensures full compliance with all regulations through proper waste handling, site restoration, and pollution control measures.
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