Grading Services

Proper grading is the backbone of every successful construction project—and one of the most important steps in protecting your investment. At Advanced Dirt Works, we provide expert grading services across North Idaho to shape land for drainage, development, and durability. Whether you’re building a home, preparing a road, or leveling a hillside, we bring decades of experience and the right equipment to ensure a smooth, stable surface that’s ready for what’s next.

Our grading work supports both residential and commercial projects, large and small. From bulk earthmoving to precision finish work, we understand how to work with North Idaho’s soils, slopes, and seasonal conditions.

Proper grading is one of the most important steps in any build or landscape project. It protects structures, manages runoff, and ensures a smooth transition to the next phase. Here’s what goes into our grading process across North Idaho.

Why Proper Grading Matters

Grading sets the tone for everything that follows. Poor grading can lead to water pooling near your foundation, unstable roadbeds, or erosion that damages your land over time. That’s why our team prioritizes proper slope design, compaction, and water flow management on every job. Whether we’re prepping for a structure or sculpting landscape features, we make sure the grade is done right—because long-term performance starts below the surface.

Hillside Grading & Terrain Balancing

North Idaho is known for its uneven terrain—and grading on sloped land requires a skilled approach. We specialize in hillside grading and slope adjustments, creating stable areas for building pads, driveways, or landscaping. Using cut-and-fill methods, we reduce erosion risks and balance terrain for safe, buildable space.

Gravel Driveway Grading & Road Prep

A well-graded driveway can handle heavy use and last through harsh winters. We install and maintain gravel driveways by grading the sub-base, correcting slope, and adding compacted gravel layers for strength and drainage. If you’re developing land or accessing remote areas, we also grade private roads and easement paths to meet access and code requirements.

Finish Grading for Foundations, Lawns & Landscaping

Once excavation is complete, finish grading prepares your site for the final phase—whether that’s pouring concrete, installing landscaping, or planting grass. We shape the surface to proper elevation, direct water away from structures, and smooth out imperfections. From fine-tuned foundation backfill to large-area lawn prep, we leave your site polished and ready.

Pad Grading for Garages, Shops & Outbuildings

Before a structure goes up, the ground must be solid and level. We provide pad grading services for shops, garages, barns, and RV shelters. Each pad is tailored to your structure’s footprint, with drainage planning built into the design. If you’re adding an outbuilding to your North Idaho property, we’ll get the groundwork right from the start.

Drainage Planning & Swale Creation

Water always finds the lowest point—but we help guide it there on purpose. Our grading services include shaping berms, swales, and runoff zones to manage rain and snowmelt. By directing water away from buildings and toward designated drains or retention areas, we help protect your property from long-term water damage.

Get the Grade Right

Whether you’re prepping a new site or correcting a problem on existing land, Advanced Dirt Works offers trusted grading solutions across Sandpoint and greater North Idaho. We combine laser-level precision with heavy equipment power to deliver results you can build on.