Dig the Space for Your Backyard Pool

Pool Excavation Services in Ellijay, Georgia

When you are ready to install a swimming pool at your property in Ellijay, excavation is the first major step in creating a stable, level area where the pool shell can be placed and supported for decades. Many properties in Ellijay include sloped backyards, rocky soil, and limited access areas that require careful planning and equipment positioning to complete the excavation without damaging landscaping, structures, or underground utilities.

Pool excavation involves digging out the area where the pool will be installed, removing soil and rock to the depth and dimensions specified by your pool contractor or design plans. JLDV Trucking and Excavation coordinates timing with pool installers to ensure the excavation is completed on schedule, and we work with sloped and limited-access backyards that require precision grading and equipment maneuvering to reach the excavation site.

If you need pool excavation in Ellijay, contact us to review your backyard layout and schedule the excavation.

What Happens Between Layout and Finished Hole

We begin by marking the pool outline based on the design provided by your pool contractor, then excavate to the required depth while maintaining stable walls and a level floor for the pool shell. In Ellijay, we often work with backyards that have elevation changes or rocky subsurface layers that require careful removal to avoid over-excavation or uneven surfaces.

Once excavation is complete, you will see a clearly defined pool area with smooth, level surfaces where the pool will be installed. The surrounding yard remains intact, and we haul away excess soil so your pool contractor can work without obstruction or delays.

We also coordinate with your pool installer to ensure the excavation depth and dimensions match the pool specifications, and we check for any subsurface issues such as large rocks or groundwater that may affect installation. The excavation does not include pool installation or plumbing, but it prepares the site so your contractor can proceed with the build on schedule.

Pool excavation raises practical questions about timing, access, and site conditions, so we have answered the concerns that come up most often when homeowners are planning their pool project.

We Hear the Same Concerns on Most Projects

How long does pool excavation take?
Most residential pool excavations in Ellijay can be completed in one to two days depending on pool size, soil type, and site access. Rocky or sloped sites may take longer.
What happens if the excavation hits rock?
We use excavation equipment capable of breaking through rock, but extensive rock layers may slow the process and require additional equipment. Your pool contractor will need to know about rock conditions when finalizing the installation plan.
How do you access backyards with limited space?
We use compact excavation equipment that can fit through narrow side yards and gate openings. If access is extremely limited, we may need to remove a section of fencing temporarily to reach the excavation site.
What should I do with the excavated soil?
We can haul away excess soil or spread it elsewhere on your property if you have an area that needs fill. Some homeowners keep a portion for backfilling around the pool deck once it is installed.
Can you excavate on a sloped backyard?
Yes, we regularly excavate pools on sloped lots and hillside properties. We grade the area to create a level surface for the pool while managing drainage and minimizing impact on the surrounding yard.

Pool excavation creates the foundation for a backyard feature that provides years of use and adds value to your property. JLDV Trucking and Excavation provides pool excavation services throughout Ellijay, and we work with sloped backyards and limited-access sites to prepare clean, accurate excavations that meet your pool contractor's specifications. Schedule pool excavation services by contacting us to discuss your project timeline and site conditions.