Stump & Landscape Removal
Removal of stumps, shrubs, root balls, old landscape beds and unwanted landscaping, with rough grading and cleanup as needed.
Get a removal estimate →Butler & Venango Counties, PA
Excavation & Site Work.
Stump removal, property cleanup, gravel driveways, grading, pad preparation and trenching—with direct owner involvement, honest communication and care for your property. Serving Butler and Venango Counties from our Butler and Franklin-area service hubs.
✓ Veteran-Owned✓ Owner-Operated✓ Fully Insured✓ PA Supplier Approved✓ Virtue • Integrity • Service
✓You deal directly with the owner. The goal is to understand the job, give you a fair answer, and deliver work we are willing to put our name on.
Case CX38DOwner-operated equipment for residential and property work.
Veteran-Owned
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IntegrityClear scope, clear communication and no unnecessary upselling
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Veteran-OwnedUSMC background with an emphasis on accountability and discipline
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Attention to DetailThe owner is on the job and cares about the finished result
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FairnessPractical recommendations and respect for your property and budget
What We Focus On
Small Excavation & Property Work
Focused property work with direct owner involvement, careful operation and attention to the details that affect the final result.
Brush & Property Cleanup
Brush, overgrowth, small-scale clearing, debris cleanup and reclaiming neglected areas of your property.
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Driveway & Gravel Work
Gravel spreading, driveway reshaping, minor repairs, surface corrections and refreshing existing drives, lanes and parking areas.
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Small Grading & Pad Prep
Small shed and outbuilding pads, gravel bases, yard corrections, rough grading and straightforward site preparation.
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Trenching & Material Moving
Straightforward trenches, backfilling, and moving or spreading soil, gravel and other material around the jobsite.
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Small Grading & Pad Prep in Action
A real Steel City Earthworks project showing excavation, base preparation, grading and finish work for a residential property.
See how excavation, base preparation and grading turn a residential work area into a prepared pad. Have a similar project in mind? Tell us your location and what you want to accomplish.
- Real Steel City Earthworks project footage
- Excavation, base prep and grading progression
- Owner-operated work from preparation through finish
Recent project highlight: small grading, pad preparation and finish work.
How We Work
Understand the Job. Price It Fairly. Do It Right.
The process is straightforward. You tell us what you are trying to accomplish, we look closely at the scope and site conditions, and we give you a clear answer about the best way to handle it.
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Talk Through the Job
Tell us what you need, where the project is and what matters most to you. Good work starts with understanding the problem before moving dirt.
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Review It Carefully
We look at access, grade, materials, utilities and site conditions. If something does not make sense or there is a better approach, we will tell you.
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Deliver the Work
The owner stays involved from estimate through completion, with attention to the details, the surrounding property and the finished product.
Two Local Service Hubs
Butler & Franklin Areas
Our two-hub service model helps us reach customers across Butler County, Venango County and nearby Western Pennsylvania communities without making the business feel distant.
Butler, PA
Excavation and site-work service for Butler County and nearby communities.
ButlerWest SunburyChicoraSlippery RockCranberry Twp.MarsEvans CityZelienopleSarver
Explore Butler-area service →Franklin, PA
Excavation and property service for Venango County and nearby communities.
FranklinOil CitySenecaCranberryPolkCooperstown
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About Steel City Earthworks
Built Around Virtue, Integrity & Service.
Steel City Earthworks is a veteran-owned, family-operated business built around a simple idea: take care of the customer, care about the finished product, and do business in a way you can stand behind.
The owner brings a background as a U.S. Marine infantryman and professional pilot, where preparation, discipline, attention to detail and accountability matter. Those same standards carry into every estimate and every jobsite.
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Integrity. Be clear about the scope, price the work fairly and say what you mean.
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Virtue. Make the recommendation that is right for the customer, not simply the one that creates the biggest invoice.
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Service. Pay attention to the small things, protect the property and stay invested in the finished result.
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Owner attention. You work directly with the person responsible for the estimate, the machine and the final product.
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PA Supplier Approved. Steel City Earthworks is approved as a Pennsylvania supplier, supporting opportunities to serve public-sector and commercial customers as the business grows.
Limited Rental Availability
Need the Machine Instead?
Excavation work is the primary focus. The Case CX38D may also be available for limited rental to qualified contractors and experienced operators when it is not committed to operated projects.
Case CX38D Mini Excavator
CabHeat & A/C
AttachmentHydraulic Thumb
Blade6-Way
Buckets12", 24", 36"
Rental eligibility, availability, delivery, deposits and terms depend on the job and rental period.
Common Questions
Before You Request an Estimate
What kinds of projects are a good fit?
Stump and landscape removal, brush and property cleanup, gravel driveway work, small grading and pad prep, trenching and material moving are our primary focus. Send the details if you are unsure whether your project is a fit.
Do you serve both Butler and Franklin?
Yes. Steel City Earthworks uses Butler-area and Franklin-area service hubs to reach customers in Butler County, Venango County and surrounding communities.
How do I get an estimate?
Use the estimate form below with your job location, service, timeframe and project details. We will review the information and follow up directly. Some jobs may need an on-site look before pricing.
What about underground utilities?
PA One Call / 811 procedures are followed when required. Utility marking and job-specific responsibilities are addressed as part of project planning.
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Tell Us About Your Project
Tell us what you are trying to accomplish. We will review the details, ask the right questions and give you a straightforward answer about the next step.