Excavation Services

We specialize in comprehensive excavation services designed to meet the needs of private landowners and commercial developers. From start to finish, we ensure your site is prepped right the first time. Every excavation project requires precision, safety, and an understanding of the terrain. With three decades of experience working in North Idaho’s diverse landscapes, we bring the knowledge needed to anticipate challenges and overcome them efficiently. Whether you’re breaking ground on a new home or preparing a multi-lot development, we bring the right tools and experience to get the job done right.

Every excavation project is different—but they all require precision, planning, and the right equipment. With over three decades of experience in North Idaho, we anticipate challenges and excavate with confidence. Here’s how we approach each job from the ground down.

General Earthmoving & Grading

Our general earthmoving and grading services lay the groundwork for successful development. Whether you’re reshaping land for a build site or correcting drainage, we use precision equipment and grading techniques suited for North Idaho’s terrain. From rocky soils to steep slopes, we ensure your land is shaped, leveled, and ready for the next phase.

Foundation Excavation

A stable structure begins with a proper foundation dig. We provide accurate, code-compliant excavation for footings and slabs, ensuring the soil base is compacted and ready for concrete. With deep knowledge of local soil conditions, our foundation excavation supports both residential and commercial projects throughout North Idaho.

Basement Digs (Daylight & Walkout)

Our basement excavation services include full-depth, daylight, and walkout basements. We account for slope, water runoff, and soil retention to prevent future issues. With a solid track record across North Idaho excavation projects, we specialize in delivering basement digs that are clean, precise, and structurally sound.

Site Prep for New Construction

From clearing the land to leveling and trenching, we handle complete site preparation for new construction. Whether you’re building a home, cabin, or outbuilding, we tailor the process to suit your plans and North Idaho’s challenging terrain. We prep your site with stability, access, and future grading in mind.

Residential Lot Clearing

We offer responsible lot clearing for homeowners ready to build or improve their land. Our services include underbrush removal, tree felling, and stump grinding, all with a focus on minimizing soil disruption and maintaining the natural beauty of North Idaho properties.

Commercial Land Clearing

Our team is equipped for large-scale clearing projects, including multi-lot developments and commercial build sites. We remove vegetation, debris, and obstacles while preparing the ground for grading or infrastructure installation. Whether it’s timber clearing or brush removal, we work efficiently and safely to meet your timeline.

Driveway Cuts & Road Building

We create access where it’s needed, including gravel driveways, private roads, and easement cuts. Using proper subgrade prep and drainage planning, our road-building services are designed to last through North Idaho’s freeze-thaw cycles and heavy seasonal use.

Trenching for Utilities & Drainage

Our trenching services include lines for water, power, gas, internet, and drainage systems. We trench to precise depths and widths, ensuring compliance with code and accommodating frost line considerations. From rural properties to commercial installs, we bring safe, efficient solutions to every trenching job.

Septic System Excavation

We provide complete excavation services for septic tanks, leach fields, and drain lines. Understanding Panhandle regulations and soil types, we work with your installer to ensure the site is dug to spec, with proper slope and separation. Serving homeowners and developers throughout North Idaho.

Culvert Installation

Drainage is key in mountainous terrain. We install culverts for driveways, private roads, and water management systems. From sizing and slope to proper bedding and compaction, we help you avoid erosion and keep water flowing where it belongs.

Erosion Control & Drainage Solutions

Uncontrolled water can damage your investment. We offer excavation and grading services to manage runoff, shape swales, build berms, and install French drains or catch basins. Protect your hillside or build site with drainage plans tailored to North Idaho’s rainy seasons and snowmelt cycles.

Hillside Excavation & Slope Stabilization

Working on a slope? We specialize in hillside excavation and grading to create buildable areas while preserving slope integrity. Techniques include cut-and-fill balancing, terracing, and erosion control—essential practices for North Idaho excavation on uneven land.

Retaining Wall Backfill & Prep

Retaining walls require careful backfill and drainage preparation to avoid collapse or washout. We excavate for wall footings, install compacted backfill materials, and integrate drainage systems behind the wall. Ideal for landscape walls, roadways, or structural slope stabilization.

Demolition & Site Cleanup

We safely demolish small structures and clear job sites of old materials, brush, or debris. Our cleanup services prepare land for the next phase of excavation or construction. Let us handle the dirty work so you can move forward with confidence.

Pad Preparation for Shops, Garages & RV Structures

We excavate and grade level pads for workshops, garages, metal buildings, and RV shelters. Each pad is compacted and leveled to suit your foundation and access needs. We take site layout and drainage into account for long-lasting performance.

Boulder Removal & Rock Breaking

North Idaho soils often come with surprises underground—boulders and bedrock. We offer rock breaking, removal, and hauling to keep your excavation project on track. Our heavy equipment and attachments make short work of what would otherwise be a major obstacle.

Tree & Stump Removal

We remove trees and stumps as part of land prep or selective clearing. Using excavators and grinders, we clear roots and debris to prepare the site for building, fencing, or landscaping. Our methods reduce regrowth and support long-term land stability.

Excavation for Water Lines & Frost-Protected Piping

We excavate trenches for water service lines and frost-protected pipe systems, including thermal-sleeved piping. With knowledge of local frost depths and building codes, we ensure your lines stay insulated and functional through the coldest North Idaho winters.

Grubbing & Underbrush Clearing

Grubbing removes shallow roots and organic debris to create a clean building site. This step is crucial before grading or building to prevent settling or root regrowth. We clear scrub and brush while protecting nearby tree stands or natural features you want to preserve.

Final Grading & Finish Work

After excavation is complete, final grading shapes the land for proper drainage, aesthetics, and stability. We perform finish grading around foundations, driveways, and landscaping to ensure a polished, build-ready result.

Soil Import/Export & Fill Material Management

Need more soil—or less? We handle the import of topsoil, structural fill, or gravel and the export of excess spoil. Our fill material services ensure your site has the right elevation, compaction, and material type for long-term success.