Utility Trenches
Trenches for water, sewer and utility lines backfilled and compacted once the lines are in.
Our Services
Backfilling
in Southeast Georgia
Trenches, foundations and excavations backfilled and compacted properly once the work below is done — built to hold up for the long run. Family owned and operated since 1967.
1967Year founded
50+Years of experience
13+Counties & towns served
5.0★Average customer rating
Backfilling
Backfilling Done Right the First Time
Backfilling isn’t just shoveling dirt back in place — done wrong, it leads to settling, drainage problems and foundation issues down the road. Jerry Cheshire Land Clearing Services backfills trenches, foundations and excavations with the right material, placed and compacted in proper lifts.
With over 50 years of experience and equipment built for the job, we backfill everything from utility trenches to full foundation walls for homeowners, builders and contractors across Southeast Georgia.
- Trenches, foundations & excavations backfilled
- Proper material placement & compaction in lifts
- Free, no-obligation estimates
- Licensed, bonded & insured since 1967
What We Backfill
Backfilling for Every Kind of Project
From a single utility trench to a full foundation, we place and compact fill material the right way so it holds up over time.
Foundation Walls
Foundation and basement walls backfilled evenly to protect against pressure and water damage.
Compaction & Grading
Fill material placed and compacted in proper lifts to prevent settling down the road.
Pipe & Culvert Bedding
Proper bedding and backfill around pipes and culverts so they stay supported and protected.
Driveway & Yard Fill
Low spots, old pools and other excavations filled in and graded for lawns, yards and driveways.
How It Works
From First Call to Solid Ground
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Free Estimate
Tell us about your project. We provide a free, no-obligation estimate based on your site, access and the scope of work.
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Plan the Job
We talk through your goals and agree on the scope before any work begins — straightforward, honest pricing with no surprises.
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Backfill & Compact
Our crew places and compacts fill material in proper lifts around your trench, foundation or excavation.
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Ready for What’s Next
Built to hold up for the long run — ready for paving, landscaping or whatever comes next.
Trenching Services
Clean, precise trenches dug for utilities, drainage and irrigation lines.
Drainage Excavation
Drainage systems excavated to move water away from your property effectively.
Dirt Work & Hauling
Dirt and fill material moved, hauled and placed wherever your project needs it.
Site Preparation
Full-scale prep for construction — clearing, grading and compaction.
Questions
Backfilling FAQs
Every project is different, so we provide a free, no-obligation estimate based on your site, access and the scope of work before anything begins.
Backfill that isn’t compacted properly can settle over time, leading to sunken ground, drainage problems or even foundation damage. We place and compact material in lifts to help prevent that.
Yes. We’ve been fully licensed and bonded since 1967, with the equipment and experience to adapt to nearly any site — all at affordable, transparent rates.
We’re based in Waynesville, GA and serve Brunswick, Waycross, Jesup, Baxley, Darien, Kingsland, Nahunta, Woodbine, Atkinson, Waverly, Lulaton, Hickox and the surrounding Southeast Georgia region.
Free Estimates
Ready to Get Your Backfilling Done Right?
Tell us about your project and we’ll get back to you with a free, no-obligation quote — or give us a call and talk it through.