Family-owned since the 1980s · License #791950

Moving earth with four decades of precision.

S&K Grading is a full-service grading and excavation company in Anza, California — building custom home pads, clearing fire lines, and preparing land for residential, commercial, and agricultural projects across the region.

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40+Years Experience

2Generations Family-Run

CAL FIREContracted Crew

#791950Licensed & Insured

40+Years on the dirt

About Us

A reputation built one job at a time.

Located in Anza, California, S&K Grading is a reputable grading and excavation company with a rich history spanning over four decades. Founded by Kirk McKenney, our family-owned business is dedicated to providing top-notch service to every client we work with.

We specialize in grading, excavation, and site development for residential, commercial, and agricultural projects — including custom house pads, fire clearing, vineyard prep, wetlands mitigation, and more. Hard work, integrity, and precision are the values Kirk built this company on, and they still define everything we do.

We pride ourselves on a skilled team and modern equipment that let us tackle projects of any size with efficiency and precision — going above and beyond on every job.

Kirk McKenney
Founder & Owner — S&K Grading

The People Behind The Iron

Two operators, one standard.

A blend of decades-deep grading experience and the fearless precision of a championship athlete.

Founder & Owner

Kirk McKenney

Kirk established S&K Grading more than 40 years ago with a focus on hard work, integrity, and precision. His expertise on the equipment and his commitment to getting every job done right are the foundation the company is still built on today.

40+ Years Experience
Grading & Excavation
Site Development

Operator & Partner

Todd Potter

A former professional freestyle motocross athlete, Todd earned multiple X Games medals — including 4 golds for Best Whip — and competed worldwide in the Dew Tour, Moto X World Championships, and X Games events from L.A. to Mexico and Brazil. He brings that same fearless precision and dedication to the grading industry.

4× X Games Gold
FMX World Competitor
Precision Operator

What We Do

Full-service grading & excavation.

From the first cut to a finished pad, we handle residential and commercial projects with results built to last.

01 — Grading

Land Grading

Custom Home Pads

Tailored to each client with a focus on precision and accuracy. We work closely with you to understand the requirements and shape the ideal landscape for your build.

02 — Sitework

Site Preparation

Efficient Solutions

Preparing land for construction is a crucial first step. We make sure the ground is properly graded and ready for the next phase — a solid foundation for everything that follows.

03 — Finishing

Landscape Leveling

Transforming Landscapes

We level residential gardens and commercial properties alike, creating a clean, even surface that becomes the perfect foundation for your outdoor spaces.

And much more across the region

Excavation Custom House Pads Fire Clearing Vineyard Prep Wetlands Mitigation Agricultural Sites Commercial Sitework Residential Projects

Wildfire Response

Contracted with CAL FIRE.

S&K Grading holds a contract with CAL FIRE to assist with fire line construction, wildfire response, and related fire-prevention efforts — keeping our communities in Anza, Temecula, and beyond safer when it matters most.

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Our Work