New Castle Site Services
Delaware's Trusted Source for Excavation, Demolition & Land Clearing
Serving Delaware for all its Excavation, Demolition, and Land clearing needs, with over 15 years of experience in the industry. Learn more about our services below.
We're your local excavation experts serving New Castle and surrounding Delaware River communities. Our team brings specialized knowledge of New Castle's unique soil conditions, from the historic colonial areas along the Delaware River to the varied terrain throughout this nationally significant historic city.
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We handle site preparation that accounts for New Castle's specific drainage needs and historic land characteristics. Our foundation work incorporates solutions designed for both the historic properties in New Castle's Colonial District and newer developments expanding along Route 9 and surrounding residential areas.
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Our driveways and concrete prep services meet all New Castle building codes while respecting the city's exceptional historic character and colonial heritage. We coordinate with city inspectors to ensure compliance with specifications for both residential neighborhoods and the historic commercial areas along Delaware Street and The Strand.
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We provide specialized trenching services that carefully navigate New Castle's infrastructure in the historic district and established neighborhoods. Our excavation team has extensive experience working around the city's utilities while preserving the mature trees and historic streetscapes that define New Castle's colonial atmosphere.
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Our grading and drainage work addresses New Castle's relationship with the Delaware River and Battery Park waterfront. We design solutions that protect properties from water issues while preserving the natural drainage essential to New Castle's riverside location and historic preservation requirements.
We offer complete demolition services throughout New Castle with thorough knowledge of historic preservation regulations and National Historic Landmark requirements. Our team handles all permitting through New Castle's city offices, ensuring smooth project progression while respecting the city's extraordinary historic significance.
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From structures in New Castle's colonial downtown to buildings that serve the community's residential needs, we remove buildings safely while respecting strict historic preservation standards. We use specialized equipment and techniques appropriate for New Castle's sensitive historic environment and colonial-era infrastructure.
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Our selective demolition preserves historic elements essential to maintaining New Castle's status as a National Historic Landmark. We carefully salvage materials from New Castle properties, including architectural features that reflect the city's role as Delaware's original capital and one of America's most intact colonial cities.
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We provide comprehensive junk hauling services for New Castle residents from historic properties to newer neighborhoods. Our team efficiently clears debris from properties of all sizes, supporting New Castle's commitment to historic preservation and community appearance standards.
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Structure relocation services respect New Castle's historic character and preservation requirements. We coordinate with city officials and historic preservation authorities to ensure moves comply with specific historic district ordinances while protecting New Castle's investment in its colonial heritage.
We offer specialized land clearing for New Castle properties, from historic lots within the colonial district to parcels throughout the city's boundaries. Our techniques are carefully adapted to protect both the natural areas along the Delaware River and any archaeological resources that may exist on historic properties.
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We navigate New Castle's strict environmental and historic preservation considerations when preparing sites for development. Our team maintains current knowledge of requirements that protect both the Delaware River watershed and the historic resources that make New Castle nationally significant.
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Our tree services include expert removal when necessary, while always prioritizing preservation of mature trees that contribute to New Castle's historic landscape. We understand the critical importance of maintaining the historic character that makes New Castle one of America's premier colonial cities.
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We provide specialized stump grinding and removal techniques appropriate for New Castle's historic soil conditions and preservation requirements. Our equipment is selected to operate efficiently while minimizing impact on historic properties and archaeological resources.
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Our storm cleanup services are particularly valuable for New Castle residents affected by severe weather events. We offer rapid response following storms, helping New Castle recover quickly by clearing debris and removing hazardous trees while protecting the city's irreplaceable historic character and Delaware River waterfront.
Wilhelm Site Services delivers complete commercial site development from initial demolition through final restoration. Our turnkey approach eliminates the need to coordinate multiple contractors, providing seamless execution and clear accountability for commercial builds, solar installations, and large-scale developments across Delaware and Maryland.
We handle comprehensive excavation and earthwork including site grading, cut and fill balancing, foundation preparation, and access road construction. Our site demolition services range from full structure removal to selective demo, with efficient debris removal and hauling to keep projects moving forward.
Our utility and trenching expertise covers sanitary sewer, storm sewer, water main installation, and electrical conduit placement. We install manholes, cleanouts, and tie-ins with proper trench backfill and compaction, ensuring infrastructure meets all code requirements and performs reliably for decades.
Complete paving and drainage solutions include parking lot base preparation, asphalt paving with striping, and ADA-compliant concrete work. We design and install stormwater management systems with retention basins, drainage piping, and erosion control measures to maintain regulatory compliance throughout construction.
Our proven five-step process—from site survey through final inspection—ensures quality at every phase. We bring deep knowledge of Delaware soils and regulations, backed by full certification and a successful portfolio including McDonald's locations, solar fields, and major commercial developments.
ABOUT WILHELM SITE SERVICES
We are a local, family owned and operated company serving Delaware for all it's Excavation, Demolition, and Land clearing needs. We take pride in doing quality work that will last a lifetime. The two founders, Jacob and Peter, have over 15 years of experience in the industry. One of our core values is to offer our customers a smooth experience from the beginning of their project to the end. We also take pride in communicating with our customers. Projects aren't cheap. We want you to be comfortable with the process as it takes shape.
