5 Tips for Clearing Land in Kingston Before Construction

Compact excavator grading soil in a residential backyard as part of a site preparation project by M. Riddle Excavating in Ontario.

Introduction When you’re clearing land for your new home or business, it can be tempting to just cut and run and do whatever you can to make room for the house as quickly as possible. This is a big mistake. Clearing land is a lot more complicated than just cutting down trees, stumps, and other […]

Preparing Land for a Home Build in Ontario: Step-by-Step Guide

Excavator removing trees and brush at the edge of a wooded lot during a land clearing project by M. Riddle Excavating in Ontario.

Introduction So, you’ve decided to build your own home. Great news! This will undoubtedly be one of the biggest investments you’ll make in your life. Be that as it may, if you want your home to stand the test of time and withstand the elements, you’ll have to plan well. The first and probably the […]

Understanding Septic Tank Types for Ontario Homeowners

Partially installed septic tank system at a residential property by M. Riddle Excavating in Ontario, prepared for final grading and backfilling.

Updated October 2026. Introduction If you’re like most people, you probably don’t know a whole lot about septic tanks. In fact, unless you’ve had to deal with one yourself, you may not even realize they exist! But if you’re a homeowner, it’s something you should be familiar with. Septic tanks are an important part of […]

Is it Time to Repair or Replace Your Sewer Line?

Excavator trenching for water and sewer line installation on a cleared lot, part of utility service work by M. Riddle Excavating in Ontario.

When you have a leaky sewer line, you’ll want to get it fixed as soon as possible. At this point the one question on your mind is: “should I repair or replace?” Unfortunately, the more time you spend thinking about this question, the more time you’ll spend dealing with an expensive leaky sewer line. When […]

Septic System Requirements in Ontario

Close-up of a partially installed plastic septic tank and inlet pipe during excavation at a residential property by M. Riddle Excavating.

Updated October 2026. Are you looking to move or build a home in Ontario? You have to ensure your wastewater is being disposed of properly. Your house may not be connected to the centralized sewage treatment plants. This may lead to a lot of problems, and you would need to install an on-site facility known […]