Rte 6 Contracting Ltd

Rte 6 Contracting Ltd is a trusted excavation and general contracting company based in Wallace, Nova Scotia, serving both residential and commercial clients. With decades of experience in land development, site preparation, and infrastructure work, they offer a broad range of services to support construction, landscaping, and property improvement projects.

Service List & Descriptions

1. Septic Systems Install

Professional design and installation of septic systems, including excavation of trenches and proper placement of tanks and piping according to local regulations. These systems safely manage waste for properties not connected to municipal sewer systems.

2. Excavation

Core earthmoving services for site preparation, foundations, utility trenches, and more. Excavation ensures the land is properly cleared and shaped for construction or installation of infrastructure.

3. Demolition

Safe and controlled removal of buildings, structures, and unwanted materials. This includes dismantling, debris removal, and site cleanup in preparation for new construction or landscaping.

4. Landscaping

Includes site shaping, grading, soil preparation, and installation of features to improve aesthetic appeal and functionality of outdoor spaces. Landscaping may involve drainage improvements and earthwork for gardens or lawn areas.

5. Land Clearing

Removal of vegetation — including brush, trees, and stumps — to prepare a site for development, construction, or agricultural use. Clearing creates a clean slate for further project work.

6. Grading

Precise leveling and contouring of land to ensure proper drainage, stability, and suitability for construction or landscaping. Proper grading prevents water pooling and erosion.

7. Tree Removal

Safe cutting and removal of hazardous or unwanted trees using appropriate equipment and practices to protect property and workers.

8. Retaining Walls

Design and installation of retaining walls to hold back soil on slopes, create level terraces, prevent erosion, and add structural stability to landscapes.

9. Drainage

Installation of drainage systems — such as French drains, ditches, and water diversion solutions — that manage surface and subsurface water to protect buildings and landscapes.

10. Sewer Work

Installation, repair, and maintenance of sewer lines that connect properties to local sewer systems or private wastewater infrastructure.

11. Shoreline Protection

Stabilization of waterfront shorelines to prevent erosion caused by waves and weather. Solutions can include rock armoring, riprap, or engineered barriers.

12. Earth Works

Comprehensive earthmoving and grading operations that prepare sites for construction, including cutting, filling, and shaping large areas of land.

13. Water Works

Installation and infrastructure service for water-related systems — such as water mains, supply piping, and water-retention features — to support residential and commercial needs.

14. Residential Construction

Support for housing projects including site clearing, excavation, foundation preparation, utilities, and infrastructure to deliver a ready-to-build site.

15. Commercial Construction

Services tailored to business and commercial developments including large-scale site preparation, grading, excavation, drainage, and utility infrastructure to support commercial building projects.

Rte 6 Contracting Ltd is a full-service excavation and contracting provider capable of handling a wide range of construction and land development needs. From septic installations and earthworks to landscaping and shoreline protection, their experienced team ensures projects are executed safely, efficiently, and to industry standards for both residential and commercial clients in the Wallace, NS region. 

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