About Us

Founded in 1948, Kelchner is the oldest and largest excavation contractor in southwest Ohio. Specializing in large civil construction projects, Kelchner’s innovative business practices and employee commitment have created a true industry leader.

Across the organization, it’s the Kelchner people who help make the company truly different. These point people represent the finest group of professionals in the excavation industry.

Kelchner is your civil construction partner that will provide the lowest total cost and least amount of risk in every phase of your project.

Pre-Development: Site evaluation, utility research, topography, sub-surface soil investigation, schematic site planning, preliminary cost estimates.

Pre-Construction: ForeSite value engineering reports, clearing and erosion control planning, site preparation and documentation.

Construction: Earth moving, GPS-controlled machine operation, underground utility construction, soil stabilization, roads and parking lots, as-built surveys and extended warranties.