Utility Trenching in Corbin, KY – Water Line, Electrical & Service Trench Excavation

When you need a trench dug — accuracy, slope, and depth matter. McCarty’s Construction LLC offers professional trenching and small excavation services in Corbin, KY, ideal for homeowners, contractors, utility installs, plumbers, electricians, water service upgrades, conduit runs, drainage, and repair work.

We dig clean, straight trenches with the right depth and backfill, minimizing yard disturbance and keeping the job fast, efficient, and code-conscious.

Minimum project value: $650+
Designed for real service installs — not tiny hand-dug projects.

We Dig Trenches For:

Utility Installation

  • Water line trenches

  • Sewer line replacement (installer/contractor provided)

  • Electric & conduit runs

  • Fiber optic and low-voltage trenching

Drainage & Water Control

  • French drain trenches

  • Downspout drain runs

  • Culvert tie-ins

  • Ditch regrading for flow

Construction & Home Projects

  • Footing trenches for small structures

  • Trenching for outbuildings & shops

  • Propane/gas line trench prep*
    (*Gas contractor required for install)

Repair & Replacement Work

  • Broken water lines

  • Service upgrade trenching

  • Old line dig-up and backfill

If it needs a trench — we’re equipped to dig it.

Corbin KY trenching for water line installation with excavator
Utility trench digging Corbin KY for electrical conduit run

Why Customers Choose Us

  • Fast scheduling for urgent repairs

  • Excavator & skid steer ready to deploy

  • Clean cuts with minimal yard damage

  • Depth, slope & routing done correctly

  • Great communication + photos before backfill

  • Fair pricing with no BS change orders

Contractors love us because we show up prepared and get in/out cleanly.

Ideal Jobs We Take

  • House to meter water service trench

  • Shop/barn water + electric trench

  • Utility line prep for new builds

  • Drainage line trench + backfill

  • Stormwater ditch excavation

  • 50–500+ ft trench projects

We’re for equipment-needed trenching — not shovel-only work.

Pricing

Every site is different — length, depth, soil type, utilities, and backfill all matter.

  • $650 minimum

  • Most trench projects fall $900–$6,000+

  • Long runs & hard digging quoted photos/site visit

Fast pricing available with:
📸 Pictures + 🔁 Length estimate + 📍 Address

Service Area

Local to Corbin, KY

Serving: LondonWilliamsburgBarbourville • Keavy • Lily • Woodbine • East Bernstadt
Large trenching projects beyond 30 miles evaluated case-by-case.

Request a Trenching Quote

Need a trench dug for utilities or drainage?


Or text us pictures + approximate length for fast pricing.

606-604-5008

FAQ – Trenching Services

Do you install water lines?
We dig and prep — you or your plumber can install. (or we work with yours)

Can you trench to a shop or barn?
Yes — water, electric, conduit and drainage trenching available.

Do you locate utilities?
Customer must request 811 locate before digging. Safety first.

Do you backfill trench after install?
Yes — compacted backfill included. Rock available if needed.