Pond Digging & Water Feature Excavation
The Custom Ponds Built Right from the Ground Up
At Skowronek Landscaping & Excavating, we specialize in custom pond excavation for residential, commercial, and agricultural properties. Whether you're creating a new pond or restoring one that has been neglected, we bring the experience, equipment, and attention to detail needed to get it done right. Our ponds are designed to function properly and complement your landscape for years to come.
From small decorative features to large projects, we shape and finish each pond with purpose, proper grading, and long-term water control in mind.
Why It Matters
Excavating a pond the right way is more than just digging a hole. Without proper slope, compaction, and drainage planning, you risk leaks, erosion, flooding, or stagnant water. We approach every pond with a long-term mindset so it holds water, looks great, and works the way you need it to.
What We Offer
We offer complete pond excavation services, completed with precision, efficiency, and a commitment to doing the job right from the first cut to the final contour.
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New Pond Excavation - Removal of trees, brush, stumps, and debris to make space for construction.
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Stripping & Grading - Removing topsoil and shaping the surface to direct water properly and prepare for excavation.
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Excavation & Rough Grading - Excavate and grade the basin with proper depth, slope, and contour to promote drainage and minimize erosion.
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Spillway and Overflow Installation - Create safe overflow systems to manage water levels during storms and prevent pond failure.
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Dam and Berm Construction - Build up banks or retention berms to contain water and shape the pond’s structure.
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Bank Stabilization and Erosion Repair - Reinforce pond edges with stone, soil matting, or reshaping to stop erosion and protect your investment.
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Boulder Placement and Edge Enhancements - We reset and regrade natural stone edging or accent boulders to keep the pond looking crisp and intentionally designed.
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Brush and Vegetation Control - Remove unwanted growth around the pond edges to maintain visibility, access, and aesthetics.
Who We Serve
We work with:
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Homeowners creating decorative, koi, or natural ponds
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Builders and developers planning drainage or stormwater features
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Farmers and property owners planning drainage or stormwater features
We proudly provide professional pond digging in Mount Pleasant, Scottdale, Greensburg, Murrysville, Irwin, Rostraver, Connellsville, Latrobe, North Huntingdon, Delmont, Peters Township, Uniontown, and other towns throughout Westmoreland and Fayette Counties — and we’re always open to expanding outward.
Why Skowronek?
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Over 25 years of experience with excavation and drainage
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Built with the right equipment and proven methods
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Designed for both beauty and long-term function
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Trusted by homeowners and contractors alike
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Family-owned and committed to honest, lasting work
Bring Your Pond Vision to Life
Whether you're imagining a peaceful backyard feature or need a dependable water solution for your property, we’re here to dig it right from the beginning. See examples of our excavating projects in Westmoreland and Fayette Counties by clicking here.