Grounded in a History of Excellence
Southern California Grading was founded in 1969 by Bob Cutler and Bob Kehrer—two friends with extensive hands-on engineering and earthwork experience. In our early days, when Orange County was just starting to grow, we forged strong relationships with developers like the Irvine Company. Successful projects ranging from commercial ventures to developing new roads made Southern California Grading essential to bringing people and businesses to Irvine. These efforts began decades-long relationships with our clients and peers in the construction community.
A Legacy of Teamwork and Mutual Respect
Based in Irvine, California, Southern California Grading is still family-owned, and we pride ourselves on the core values of teamwork and mutual respect. Over the years, we have developed strong relationships with many clients and devoted employees. Some have been with us for over 25 years.
Southern California Grading at a Glance
- $25 million in annual revenues
- Bondable and insured with an A+ rating
- Banks with one of the largest U.S. financial institutions
- Owns and rents its own fleet of heavy equipment
- Diverse market expertise
Our Commitment to Excellence
Our core principles of integrity, respect, responsibility and hard work have made us a premier provider of grading and construction services since 1969. We enjoy the challenge of navigating the ups and downs of our industry by focusing on client needs and adapting to industry advancements.
A Firm Foundation for Success
Today, Southern California Grading has a long history of successful projects throughout California. We’re proud of our reputation as a company that reliably provides a firm foundation for even the most complex building projects. Our experienced employees, technologically advanced equipment, and proven procedures provide assurance that the project will be completed on-schedule, within budget and done right, the first time.
We clear land for your project, preparing the site for construction.
We handle over excavations, ensuring the site is properly prepared for your project.
We demolish existing structures on your site, safely and efficiently.
We grade your site to the required specifications, ensuring proper drainage and leveling.
We handle the import and export of materials, ensuring your project has the necessary resources.
We excavate your site, preparing it for construction or other projects.
We provide rapid response and cleanup services for natural disasters, minimizing damage and disruption.
We handle cut and fill operations, ensuring the site is properly graded and prepared.
We implement erosion control measures, protecting the environment and preventing soil erosion.
We install Best Management Practices (BMP) devices, ensuring environmental compliance and sustainability.
We provide comprehensive general engineering services for site development, ensuring your project meets all requirements.
We offer both operated and bare heavy equipment rentals, providing flexibility and cost-effectiveness for your project.
- Bondable and insured with an A+ rating
We are fully bonded and insured, providing you with peace of mind and financial security.
- Banks with one of the largest U.S. financial institutions
We have strong financial backing, ensuring the stability and reliability of our services.
- Average employee tenure of more than 10 years
Our team is experienced and dedicated, providing consistent quality and expertise.
- Over 90% of work comes from repeat clients
Our satisfied clients keep coming back, a testament to our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
- Strong vendor relationships
We have established strong relationships with reliable vendors, ensuring the smooth flow of materials and services.
- California Contractors License
License #275738
- A-General Engineering Contractor
C12-Earthwork and Paving Contractors
- California DIR
#1000002461
- Associated General Contractors of America
Active industry leader in Orange County
