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Rigid Earthworks

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Tight-Access Earthworks

Restricted access is the work we are built around. A compact machine with the right attachments gets into backyards and urban sites that larger plant cannot reach, without damage to fences, paving or the building.

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Rigid Earthworks compact excavator working in a narrow side path between a house and boundary fence

Suitable project types

  • Rear-yard excavation behind an existing home
  • Narrow side entries and shared driveways
  • Inner-city and townhouse sites
  • Works close to existing structures

Typical applications

  • Backyard site cuts and levelling
  • Excavation for pools, decks and studios
  • Trenching along boundaries
  • Removal of soil through restricted entries

Equipment used

  • 1.7T Caterpillar excavator
  • Quick hitch
  • 300mm and 450mm trench buckets
  • 900mm sieve bucket

What to prepare

  • Measure gate and side-path width
  • Note any steps, thresholds or level changes
  • Identify surfaces that need protecting
  • Confirm where the machine can be unloaded

Access considerations

Measure the narrowest point of the access and the surface it crosses. We will confirm whether the machine fits and what protection is needed for paving, lawn or thresholds.

The quote process

  1. 01Send the job details, suburb and photos of the access point.
  2. 02We confirm suitability, method and equipment for the site.
  3. 03You receive a written quote with the scope set out clearly.
  4. 04We book a start window and keep you updated as work progresses.

Frequently asked questions

How narrow an access can you work through?

The machine is compact, but the answer depends on your specific entry. Send a photo and a measurement and we will tell you honestly whether it fits.

Will my paving or lawn be damaged?

We plan the route and use protection where needed. Site care is part of the quote, not an afterthought.

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