About S.S Excavations Ltd
Your Friendly Local Earthmoving Experts in Tauranga
As a small, family-run company, we take pride in helping our neighbors with properties of all shapes and sizes. Whether you need a small backyard tidy-up or a full land makeover, we provide the personal attention and care you won't find with large commercial contractors. We’re simply locals who love doing great work.

Our Values
Our Values
We believe in honest work and building lasting relationships through trust and reliability.
Our commitment to you:
- Honest advice – We suggest the best solutions tailored to your specific project needs. Friendly, reliable service – We treat your home and land with complete respect. Quality workmanship – Every detail is handled with pride to ensure a high-standard finish. Punctuality – We value your time and always show up exactly when we say we will. Tidy worksites – We keep the area organized and leave it clean for the next stage. Fair and transparent pricing – You get competitive rates with no hidden costs. Clear communication – We keep you informed and involved from the first call to the finish.
From site preparation for a new shed to installing retaining walls or leveling your backyard, we bring the same dedication to your lifestyle block as we do to small residential fixes.
Our Process
Getting your project started is a straightforward and stress-free journey.
1. Friendly Chat
2. Local Site Visit
3. No-Obligation Quote
We begin with a conversation about your vision and what you want to achieve. We genuinely enjoy hearing your ideas and helping you figure out the logistics.
We’ll head out to your property in Tauranga or the wider Bay of Plenty to look at the ground and provide honest, practical advice on the best way forward.
You’ll receive a clear, fair price with no surprises. This helps you plan your budget with total confidence before any machinery arrives on your site.
4. Setting the Dates
Once you're ready, we’ll book a time that works for you. You can count on us to be there and ready to go on the scheduled day.
5. Project Execution
Our experienced team works carefully and efficiently, ensuring the site stays tidy while we bring your property plans to life with precision.
6. Handover
We’ll do a final walkthrough together to make sure you’re thrilled with the result. We leave your land clean and ready to enjoy.
Why Homeowners Choose Us
Locals choose us for the personal touch and genuine accountability that large-scale civil firms simply cannot match.
We are part of this community ourselves and care about helping our neighbors improve their land. When you hire us, you’re getting a team that truly cares.
We help customers with:
- Earthworks and excavation – Smooth and accurate digging for any residential need. Driveways – Quality installation and repairs for better property access. Retaining walls – Strong, beautiful structures to manage your land levels. Site preparation – Getting your ground level and ready for new sheds or garages. Garden and landscape preparation – The perfect foundation for your new lawn or garden. Drainage excavation – Careful digging to ensure your property stays dry and safe. Small residential projects – We love tackling those smaller backyard improvements. Lifestyle block improvements – Making your rural property more functional and accessible.
Whether it’s a simple driveway repair or a major property renovation, we believe every project deserves our full attention and a top-quality finish.
Local and Trustworthy:
- Proudly kiwi owned Reliable local team Free consultations Transparent quoting Tauranga residents Friendly operators Top-tier results
If you want a team that treats your backyard with as much care as their own, the S.S Excavations Ltd team is here to get the job done right.
Quality Groundwork for Your Peace of Mind
We prioritize safety on every job site, ensuring a secure environment for our staff and your family while we work on your transformation.
Our service is built on reliability. We value your schedule and pride ourselves on being there whenever we've agreed to be.
We may be a small team, but we use modern, well-maintained equipment to ensure every home project is completed with speed and precision.

Areas We Service
Tauranga
Papamoa
Mount Maunganui
Bethlehem
Welcome Bay
Te Puke
Omokoroa
Te Puna
Pyes Pa
Bay of Plenty Wide
We are proud to serve our local community from Tauranga through to Te Puke and Omokoroa. Wherever you are in the Bay of Plenty, we can help.
Get a Free Quote
Ready to get those plans moving? Reach out to our friendly team today for a free, no-obligation quote and some honest, expert local advice.
