"Hopson transformed our overgrown backyard into a peaceful retreat. The rock steps leading down to the creek look like something out of a magazine—natural, sturdy, and absolutely beautiful. Their team paid attention to every detail and worked with the lay of the land perfectly. We couldn’t be happier!"
— Veronica P., Bakersville, NC
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About Us
Born and raised in Bakersville, NC, Adam Hopson has been operating heavy machinery since the age of five. With over 40 years of hands-on experience, Adam brings a lifetime of skill, dedication, and pride to every job.
At Hopson Excavation & Construction, we’re built on hard work, precision, and the commitment to doing things right the first time. As a family-owned and operated business, we approach every project — from residential site prep to large-scale commercial excavation — with the same level of care and craftsmanship.
We take on the tough jobs others won’t — with honesty, grit, and reliability you can count on. When you hire Hopson, you’re not just getting a contractor — you’re gaining a partner who treats your land like it’s our own.
Explore Our Services
From land clearing and grading to custom landscaping and full-site prep, we handle every phase with precision and care. Whether it’s a new build, a driveway, or a backyard transformation, we deliver quality results that last.
Retaining Walls
Built for strength. Designed to last. We construct retaining walls that hold up under pressure, literally. Whether it’s for erosion control, leveling sloped land, or enhancing your landscape, we combine expert engineering with quality materials to deliver walls that are as functional as they are durable.
Road Building
From rugged backroads to precision-graded driveways, we build roads that last. We handle every phase, from clearing and grading to compacting and finishing, with the equipment and expertise to deliver smooth, durable surfaces built to withstand the test of time and terrain.
Septics
We install and repair septic systems with precision and reliability. From site evaluation to final inspection, we ensure your system is built to code, built to last, and built to handle the demands of real life. No shortcuts, just dependable, professional service every step of the way.
Home Sites
A solid home starts with a solid foundation and that begins with us. We clear, level, and prep your land with expert care, ensuring your home site is perfectly graded, properly drained, and ready for what comes next. Precision work from the ground up.
Home Sites
A solid home starts with a solid foundation and that begins with us. We clear, level, and prep your land with expert care, ensuring your home site is perfectly graded, properly drained, and ready for what comes next. Precision work from the ground up.
Landscaping
Transforming raw land into polished, functional spaces with precision grading, thoughtful layout, and expert finishing. From reshaping terrain to preparing for sod, rock, or hardscaping, every detail is handled with care to create a clean, professional look that lasts.
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"Hopson transformed our overgrown backyard into a peaceful retreat. The rock steps leading down to the creek look like something out of a magazine—natural, sturdy, and absolutely beautiful. Their team paid attention to every detail and worked with the lay of the land perfectly. We couldn’t be happier!"
— Veronica P., Bakersville, NC
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Landscaping with Rock Steps to Creek
"Hopson transformed our overgrown backyard into a peaceful retreat. The rock steps leading down to the creek look like something out of a magazine—natural, sturdy, and absolutely beautiful. Their team paid attention to every detail and worked with the lay of the land perfectly. We couldn’t be happier!"
— Veronica P., Bakersville, NC
Driveway Installation
"We hired Hopson to redo our old gravel driveway, and the results speak for themselves. They graded, compacted, and finished the entire job quickly and professionally. It’s smooth, drains properly, and looks great. Reliable crew, quality work—highly recommend!"
— Jason M., Spruce Pine, NC
Land Clearing & House Pad
"Adam Hopson handled everything for our house pad—from clearing thick brush and trees to leveling the site and prepping for the foundation. They were efficient, respectful of the property, and clearly knew what they were doing. Thanks to their work, we’re one step closer to building our dream home."
— Sarah & Tom H., Burnsville, NC