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PROFESSIONAL LAND CLEARING & GRADING

At Dirty Work Excavating we don't just clear land and move dirt - we build the foundation for what's next!

We take pride in being family owned & operated - providing quality services to the Stillwater and surrounding communities. Trust, transparency and top-notch service are at the heart of everything we do. No shortcuts. No surprises. Just honest work and solid results.

START YOUR PROJECT & LET US DO THE DIRTY WORK!

Forestry mulching to prepare for a new barndiminium

Brush cutting for pasture restoration, Afton MN

Our STORY

Dirty Work Excavating was built on a simple belief: someone has to do the dirty jobs — and do them right. What began as a one-man operation with a single machine has grown into a full-service land management company, expanding from small jobs to professional land clearing and site preparation through hard work and reliability.

While our services have grown, our mindset hasn’t. We still bring the same hands-on dedication, grit, and pride to every project.

The Crew Behind the Work

Preparing for snow removal season repairing snow pusher box

TESHE "T" JOHNSON

Matt Johnson

Owner/Operator
T takes pride in doing what's right for the customer. Honest, dependable, and easy to work with, T is committed to delivering solid results and building long-term trust on every job.

Owner
With over 20 years in the construction industry, Matt brings attention to detail to ensure project scopes are clear and customers are satisfied with our services.

RECENT REVIEWS

"Teshe at Dirty Work Excavating did an excellent job restoring our long gravel driveway and clearing a ton of brush on our heavily wooded property. I cannot recommend him highly enough. Hard-working, efficient, responsive, and highly competent. So glad we went with him and we plan to continue using Dirty Work Excavating for future projects!"

Nels, Grant, MN
"Thank you for prompt quality work. It was a pleasure meeting you. Thank you."

Ed, Stillwater, MN
The price was fair and reasonable. I’m usually cautious about moving forward with a quote if I feel like I’m getting ripped off, but their pricing felt honest. The operator was a chill, easygoing guy, and we absolutely love our newly cleared-out space!

Ashley, Lino Lakes, MN
Amazing work done by the team at Dirty Work Excavating. Highly recommend for any land clearing.

Tood, Luck, WI
Hired to clean up brush and forest mulch. Great job and so thankful for much cleaner yard now. Would hire again if needed for future jobs.

Mike, Dellwood, MN
Great work, very reasonable price!
Professional and hard working crew. Definitely having them back.

Greg, North Oaks, MN

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