Looking for an excavation contractor in Upper Marlboro, MD? Describe your project once and up to three excavation contractors who work in Upper Marlboro and Prince George's County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Upper Marlboro is home to about 718 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a stable community (+0.0% since 2020). With 488 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. New homes, additions and utility connections keep local excavation contractors busy.
Upper Marlboro at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 718 (+0.0% since 2020)
- Rank in Maryland
- 110th of 157 cities and towns
- Land area
- 1.5 sq mi
- Population density
- 488 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- Town (Upper Marlboro town)
- Main county
- Prince George's County
What to check before hiring in Upper Marlboro
- Call 811: required before digging, in Maryland as everywhere.
- Permits: grading, foundations and utility work may need permits from the city or county.
- Soil and rock: ask how unexpected rock or poor soil is priced.
- Price drivers: volume, depth, access, haul-off and backfill.
Useful official resources
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Call 811
Official information and guidance.
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OSHA: trenching and excavation
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Upper Marlboro
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Foundation and basement excavation
Digging for a foundation, basement or addition, with backfill.
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Utility trenches and site work
Trenches for water, sewer and power, building pads, driveways and grading.
Frequently asked questions in Upper Marlboro
How much does excavation cost in Upper Marlboro, MD?
It depends on the volume, depth, soil and haul-off. Describe your project: contractors who serve Upper Marlboro reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
A house foundation often takes a few days; larger site work longer.
Who hauls the dirt away?
Ask: haul-off and disposal are often priced separately.
Which excavation contractors will contact me?
Up to three independent excavation contractors who serve Upper Marlboro and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.