Backhoe & excavating services built on local know-how. From foundations to grading, we dig where you need us — right here in Elsberry and the surrounding communities.
Local to Elsberry
Serving 63343 & beyond
Based at 297 Hopi Dr — we're your neighbors, not a fly-by operation.
Emergency Calls
Storm damage? Drainage emergency? We respond fast.
Full Equipment
Backhoe · Excavator
Professional-grade machinery for residential and commercial projects.
Free Estimates
Call or email — no obligation, no pressure.
Every project starts with a clear plan and ends with clean results. Here's what we handle day to day in the Elsberry area.
Clearing, grading, and leveling land for new construction — residential lots, outbuildings, and commercial pads.
Foundation dig-outs, basement excavation, and trenching for utilities — done to spec, on time.
Proper slope and drainage planning to protect your property from water damage and erosion.
Versatile backhoe services for digging, lifting, and material handling — ideal for tight residential spaces.
Precision trenching for septic systems, sewer lines, water mains, and electrical conduits.
Driveways, patios, pool excavations, retaining walls, and all the dirt work your property needs.
Local
& Reliable
Gladney J Backhoe & Excavating is a locally owned and operated business rooted right here in Elsberry. We understand the soil, the terrain, and the kind of work that Missouri properties demand.
Whether you're breaking ground on a new home, rerouting drainage, or need a trench dug for utilities, we bring the right equipment and a straightforward work ethic to every job. No shortcuts, no surprises — just honest excavation work done right.
Local
Based in Elsberry, serving St. Charles County and surrounding areas.
Direct
Owner-operated. You deal with the person doing the work — no middlemen.
Real projects, real results — no stock photos, just the work we do out here in Elsberry.
Call or email for a free estimate. We'll come out, look at the job, and give you a straight answer — no fluff.
Whether it's a small residential job or a larger commercial dig, we're happy to discuss what you need. Reach out however works best for you.