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Marvel Construction

Name: Marvel Construction
Address: Wanatah, IN, 46390, US
Telephone: +12197331000
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With over 25 years of experience, we work closely with our clients to customize the services we provide based on their specific needs and circumstances.

Growing up on a farm, Scott Marvel learned to work with his hands and to run equipment from a very early age. His dream was that one day he would own his own business where he could continue doing the work that he loved so much. Today, he and his wife Cindy own Marvel Construction, Inc. They married in 1985 and have four children. His oldest daughter Holly and his oldest son Zach are CDL certified and have often worked alongside him driving and doing various carpentry jobs. Scott has over 20 years experience in construction and excavation. A hands-on businessman, his motto remains, “Building a quality name one job at a time.” Because of this work ethic, Scott has developed excellent relationships with his customers. Many of Scott’s clients are repeat customers which is a testament to their loyalty and satisfaction. Marvel Construction, Inc. offers many types of proposals from a standard bid to an open bid or cost plus proposal to a simple handshake for certain jobs. Scott does his utmost to stay within the original estimated costs having only exceptions by unforeseen circumstances or changes/additions by the customer. Many of his subcontractors have worked with him for over ten years and all are highly qualified, bonded and insured. From new homes, room additions and remodels to driveways, septic systems and excavations, Marvel Construction is diversified in meeting your home and property improvement needs. Marvel Construction strives for excellence in all aspects of its business practices.

11/01/2026

That abandoned property down the road isn't going to fix itself, and the longer it sits, the more it costs to deal with.

Houses like this one are a familiar sight in our line of work. Broken windows, a failing roof, and vegetation swallowing the yard all point to the same solution: a crew that can clear it, tear it down safely, and leave the lot clean and graded. As a demolition contractor and excavating contractor serving the tri-county area since 1994, we handle the whole process so you're not juggling multiple companies. Our land clearing and demolition work often pairs with bobcat service for backfilling and cleanup, and we even offer bobcat rental with operator for jobs where you need skilled hands on the controls, not just a machine dropped in the driveway.

Here's how a project like this usually comes together:
• Land clearing to open up overgrown lots and tree lines
• Safe demolition with debris sorting and hauling
• Bobcat rental with operator for grading, backfilling, and final cleanup

Early November is one of the last good windows to get this kind of work done before the ground freezes in Portage and across Northwest Indiana. If you own a property that's past the point of saving, request a quote through our online form and let's talk about the cleanest path forward.

10/31/2026

Good words from a happy customer never get old, and we really appreciate the very positive review on our Google Business Profile. At Marvel Construction & Excavation, we work hard to be the excavation company people can count on when the job needs to be done right the first time. Whether you need an excavation contractor for a home build, driveway excavation for a smoother entrance, or land clearing to open up a lot, our crew brings the right equipment and a steady plan. We also provide bobcat service for grading, backfilling, and cleanup, which helps keep your project moving without extra delays. From Valparaiso to Portage and out to Knox, we’re proud to serve Northwest Indiana with honest communication and dependable results, especially as the ground starts getting tougher in late fall.

Ready to get your site prepped before winter sets in? Reach out to Marvel Construction & Excavation today and tell us what you’re working on.

10/29/2026

When a property reaches this point, clearing it is usually the safest and smartest next step.

Overgrown lots, crumbling concrete, and structures with failing foundations are common jobs for our crew this time of year. As a demolition contractor serving Valparaiso and the surrounding tri-county area, we handle safe teardowns of homes, barns, and outbuildings, then sort, haul, and clean up debris so the site is ready for whatever comes next. Land clearing often goes hand in hand with demolition, and as an excavation contractor with over 30 years of experience, we can take a property from overgrown and unsafe to a clean, graded lot in one coordinated project.

What that can look like on your property:
✔ Full structure teardown and debris hauling
✔ Land clearing for overgrown lots and tree lines
✔ Bobcat service and mini excavator services for grading and backfilling

Late fall is a great window to get demolition and clearing done before winter locks the ground up. Tell us about your property through our online quote form and we'll put together a clear, honest estimate.

10/28/2026

A clean, finished concrete driveway only looks this simple because everything underneath it was done right.

Before the pour ever happens, there's tear out, subgrade prep, grading for proper drainage, and curb cutting to line everything up. That's where an experienced excavation contractor earns its keep. As a local excavation company, we handle driveway excavation from start to finish, so the base is solid and the surface drains the way it should through every season.

Late October is a great window to get concrete and site work finished before the ground freezes. Whether you're in Knox or anywhere across Porter, Starke, or LaPorte County, our crew brings the right equipment for the job, including mini excavator services for tight spots and bobcat service for backfilling and cleanup once the forms come off.

If your driveway is cracked, settling, or pooling water, tell us about your project through our online quote form and we'll get you a clear, honest estimate.

10/27/2026

A winding drive through open land takes more than a few loads of stone to get right.

This project started with cutting a long, curving path through a grassy field, then shaping and compacting layers of crushed stone to build a solid driving surface. Our tracked excavator handled the digging and grading while the dump truck kept material moving, which is exactly the kind of coordination you want from an excavation company that's been doing site work since 1994. As an excavating contractor serving Valparaiso and the surrounding area, we handle everything from rough grading to the final compacted finish so the surface holds up through Indiana winters.

One crew, one visit:
✔ Driveway excavation and subgrade prep
✔ Bobcat service for spreading and backfilling
✔ Grading that moves water off the path, not into it

Fall is one of the best times to get new drives and access lanes in before the ground freezes. Send us your project details through our online quote form and we'll get you a clear, honest estimate.

10/24/2026

Fresh gravel on a well-prepped base is one of the simplest ways to transform how a property looks and functions.

The driveway in this project got a full refresh, from shaping the grade to spreading and compacting new stone so it sheds water instead of holding it. As an excavating contractor serving Portage and the surrounding area, we see a lot of driveways fail because the base was never prepped right. Our driveway excavation work fixes that at the source, and our bobcat service handles spreading and finish grading so everything drains and settles the way it should.

Having the right equipment on site makes a difference too:
👉 Mini excavator services for tight areas near trees and landscaping
👉 Bobcat work for material moving and backfilling
👉 Tracked machines for heavier digging and grading

With cooler weather settling in, this is a smart time to get driveway and site work wrapped up before winter. Share your project details through our online quote form and we'll get back to you with a straightforward estimate.

10/23/2026

Nothing beats hearing straight from a customer, and we really appreciate this note: “Scott and crew did great work with our excavation project.” At Marvel Construction & Excavation, we take pride in showing up ready, communicating clearly, and leaving a clean site when the job is done. If you’re in Valparaiso, Portage, or Knox and need an excavation contractor for a build site, drainage work, or driveway excavation, our crew has the equipment and experience to handle it the right way. As an excavation company, we also bring dependable bobcat service when you need grading, backfilling, or material moving without the hassle of hiring multiple crews. Tell us what you’re working on, and we’ll help you plan the next steps with a clear estimate and schedule. Reach out through our website to get your project started.

10/20/2026

A driveway that drains right and holds up through winter starts long before the first load of stone shows up.

Fresh gravel over a properly graded base is what keeps a driveway from turning rutted and soft when the freeze and thaw cycles hit. As an excavation contractor that's been working around Knox and the surrounding area since 1994, we handle driveway excavation from the ground up, including cut and fill work, compacting the subgrade, and shaping the surface so water moves away from your home instead of pooling on it. When the job calls for it, our bobcat service handles material spreading and backfilling, and our mini excavator services take care of tight spots around garages and landscaping. If an old driveway or outbuilding needs to come out first, we're also a demolition contractor, so the whole project stays with one crew.

What goes into a driveway that lasts:
✔ Excavation and subgrade preparation
✔ Proper drainage and grading
✔ Quality stone or gravel base
✔ Clean finish details like curb cutting

Late fall is a great time to get this work done before the ground locks up for winter.

Send us your project details through our online form and we'll follow up with a clear, honest estimate.

10/18/2026

Tearing down an old structure is about more than swinging a bucket. It's about doing it safely, sorting the debris, and leaving the ground ready for whatever comes next.

As a demolition contractor and excavating contractor serving Northwest Indiana since 1994, we handle residential teardowns from start to finish. That means careful demolition of the home or barn, land clearing of the surrounding lot, and cleanup and hauling so you're not left staring at a pile of broken lumber. If the site needs driveway excavation or grading afterward to get it build-ready, our crew and equipment are already there.

What a full teardown project typically covers:
• Safe demolition of homes, barns, and concrete structures
• Debris sorting, cleanup, and hauling
• Land clearing to open up the lot
• Grading and site prep for the next phase

Fall is a great window for this kind of work. The ground is still workable, and clearing an old structure now means your property is ready to build on when spring arrives. Our bobcat service also makes backfilling and material moving quick, so the whole job stays on one timeline with one crew.

Tell us about your property through our online form and we'll send back a clear, honest estimate with no hidden surprises.

10/17/2026

Clean lines, smooth finish, and an entrance that actually makes a good first impression.

A concrete walkway like this only stays looking this good when the groundwork underneath is done right. Proper excavation, a stable compacted base, and drainage that moves water away from the surface are what keep new concrete from heaving and cracking through freeze and thaw season. As an excavating contractor and demolition contractor, we handle everything from tearing out the old walkway to driveway excavation and final grading, so the whole project flows from start to finish with one crew. Our bobcat service also makes debris hauling and backfilling quick, which keeps your property tidy while the work is underway.

Fall is a smart time to plan projects like this around Portage and the surrounding area. Getting the prep and pour done before winter means you head into the cold months with a safe, solid entrance instead of cracked or uneven steps.

Share your project details through our online form and we'll follow up with a clear estimate and timeline.

Address

Wanatah, IN
46390

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 4pm
Tuesday	7am - 4pm
Wednesday	7am - 4pm
Thursday	7am - 4pm
Friday	7am - 4pm

Telephone

+12197331000

Website

http://www.marvel-construction.com/

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