Proficient Grading & Excavation

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At Proficient Grading & Excavation, we take pride in the work we do. We strive to deliver a quality job in a timely and professional manner. Let’s us help you on your next project! Feel free to reach out!

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Hired 34 times

Serves San Diego, CA

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1 employee

2 years in business

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2024

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Reason for grading

Desired state of land

Flat

Multi level

Slightly sloped

Steeply sloped

Existing obstructions

No obstructions

Trees

Tree stumps

Fences

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Ashley W.

Jun 21, 2025

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Alberto was so easy to work with. He was very responsive and answered all of my questions. He was very accommodating to my schedule and got the job done in no time. I’m extremely happy with his work and the area I needed leveled is perfect. And no mess was left behind. Thank you again for your help and getting this part of my project done for me. The kids are going to love the pool area! You rock!!

Details: Less than 1 • Preparation for pool installation • Slightly sloped • Flat • No obstructions • No, I will dispose of this myself • Residential

Land Leveling and Grading

Sami R.

May 31, 2025

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I reached out to Alberto and his team after being strung along by another local grading company for 6+ weeks. Alberto came out to assess same day and had the project complete in less than a week. The team works fast and cleared and graded my entire front yard in about 8 hours. His pricing is incredibly fair given the quality of work and great communication. Will definitely use Proficient again for future yard projects.

Details: Less than 1 • Landscaping • Slightly sloped • Multi-level • No obstructions • Yes, I will need the professional to haul any excess soil or debris • Residential

Land Leveling and Grading

Michael K.

Apr 20, 2025

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Had 7 yards of hard clay soil from installing a French Drain to be removed and slope graded to prevent rainwater collection along the foundation. Alfonso was friendly. knowledgeable and a skilled operator of the skid bucket. Highly recommended.

Details: Soil or gravel • Flat • Multi-unit building

Land Clearing

Ben H.

Feb 27, 2025

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Proficient Grading is the rarest of contractors you would be so lucky to hire. Alberto has the rare quality of truly caring about my project, the timeline, the budget, and understood what it took to get the job done. He went above and beyond and provided solutions to get the job done. Strongest of recommendations from a property manager of 23 years with an emphasis on renovations.

Details: Less than 1 • Landscaping • Slightly sloped • Multi-level • Boulders • No, I will dispose of this myself • Residential

Land Leveling and Grading

Jack G.

Sep 6, 2024

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Great experience with Proficient Grading. They are honest, hardworking, and have very competitive pricing! Would definitely hire them again

Details: Remove portion of driveway, walkway, or patio • Less than 500 square feet • Residential

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Proficient Grading & Excavation

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