Why customers choose us for local excavation
Good for varied groundwork
Footings, soakaways and trench runs can all be planned in one job.
Travel to site made simple
We arrive with our own machine and operator ready to work.
Built trade experience
Our long background helps us spot practical issues early on site.
Reliable excavation support for planned site progress
Groundworks in Northampton need a setup that can travel to site, get to work efficiently and leave the dig ready for the next stage. At M & M Man & Machine, we carry out operator supplied mini digger excavation for homeowners and property developers, helping with foundation and footing trenches, extension groundworks, drainage runs, soakaway excavation and service routes. Our 40 years in the building trade help us think carefully about levels, trench profiles and working around existing structures or access limits, so the excavation supports the wider job rather than slowing it down.
Clear planning for one day digs or repeat work
Before a visit, we discuss the access route, ground conditions, spoil handling, the size of the excavation and any known underground services. That helps us organise Northampton jobs properly, whether the work is a short footing dig or part of a longer project with several stages. At M & M Man & Machine, we bring our own mini digger to site, agree the scope clearly and work around the timing of builders, drainage installers or other trades so the handover is as smooth as possible.
Frequently asked questions
Can you dig for both drainage and soakaway work?
Yes. We handle drainage trenches and soakaway excavation where the project needs them, helping prepare the ground for the next stage of installation. If linked service trenches or other excavation are needed too, we can discuss that wider scope before booking.
What details help with a footing or trenching job?
Please tell us the dig sizes or routes, what access there is for the machine, any known services, ground condition concerns and what should happen to the spoil. Drawings or builder information are also useful where exact trench positions or footing sizes are already set out.
Is your service suitable for developers as well as domestic work?
It is. We carry out one off domestic digs and repeat support for developers when a project needs controlled mini digger excavation. The main thing is understanding the stage of the job and how the excavation fits into the wider build sequence.