If you're preparing a site for building, landscaping, or access, the right groundwork makes all the difference. At Elite Drainage, we provide professional earthmoving, earthworks, and roading services for a huge range of projects from from tricky foundation dig outs to full subdivision road works.
With local knowledge, modern equipment, and a skilled team, we make sure your project runs smoothly from first consult to final sign-off. We plan every job to suit your site, budget, and timeline – and we back that up with clear communication, reliable service, and consistently high-quality work.
Full service earthworks and site preparation
Before you build, you need a solid foundation. Our experienced earthmoving contractors handle all aspects of land preparation for building, landscaping, access, or services.
We offer:
- Site clearance and preparation work for new builds or landscaping
- Driveway and accessway preparation
- Subdivisions and section development
- Lawn preparation and landscaping support
- Footings, foundations, and basement dig outs
- Pool excavations
From bulk earthmoving to tight access work, we’ve got the skills, machinery, and local know-how to do it right the first time.
We also carry out:
- Deep excavation (2m+), including confined space work
- Trenching and backfilling
- Subgrade compaction with Clegg/CBR testing
Reliable Roading Contractors – From Basecourse to Asphalt
Elite Drainage delivers a range of access way and roading services including:
- Road and driveway development or reinstatement with basecourse and asphalt
- Kerb and channel installation (slip-formed)
- Bandage seals and joint reinstatement
- Temporary traffic management (TMP plans and implementation)
We manage every step of your project, reducing downtime and keeping the process straightforward and efficient.
Experts in difficult and challenging environments
Not every site is straightforward, but that’s where we excel. As experienced earthmoving contractors, our crew thrives on technically challenging projects—whether it’s confined space work, steep gradients, or large-scale cut and fill jobs. We have a proven track record of delivering high-quality results in even the most demanding environments.
Safety, insurance, and local expertise you can trust
Elite Drainage is fully insured, and our crew works to strict health and safety standards on every site. We combine this with strong local knowledge and years of hands-on experience in Wairarapa, so you know your project is in safe, capable hands. We’re proud to support our local community with earthworks and roading solutions that make a real difference.
Get in touch with us to discuss your plans, book a site visit or get a quote. Elite Drainage also offers septic tank installations, water tank installations and a huge range of drainlaying services. As well as earthworks we can set up all service connections for subdivisions and new builds.
Yes – we offer complete site prep including clearing, digging foundations, subgrade testing, and access preparation.
We factor weather allowances into our programming and use flexible task sequencing to keep things moving. Real-time tracking and onsite adjustments help minimise delays.
Yes – we’re experienced in managing live lane work with full traffic management plans (TMPs), trained STMS and TMO personnel, and clear public safety protocols throughout.
Yes. We implement silt fences, dust suppression, and sediment control as needed. Our team is also trained to use spill kits and manage waste materials responsibly.