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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Citrus Heights - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Trav-Ex Construction
Trav-Ex Construction
4.4(
19
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Citrus Heights, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I just purchased a home that had a canal that runs straight through my property. In order to get to the other side I needed a culvert put it in. I found Travis online and he was responsive and straight forward. Communication was excellent and he did extra things for me such as deliver gravel for me because I had asked him about it. Such a great guy! Would definitely hire him again! And price was fair! Thanks Travis!"
3
2
1
Excavation Job
After

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Capital City Landscape Development
Capital City Landscape Development
4.1(
162
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Citrus Heights, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These guys were fantastic, from when Mark first came out to meet with me till even after the job was done and paid for. They did it all, excavating, large retaining walls, sprinklers, sod, concrete, hooking up an old waterfall, fences and a very custom gate. Very easy to work with, all my neighbors complement the yard. I went from the worst yard in the neighborhood to what I believe to be the nicest but I m a little biased. I told Mark what I wanted and he gave me some options on what I could do, I couldn t be happier with the job."
Paver patio
BBQ area
Back yard patio and walkways
Retaining wall and board on board fencing
wall and fencing

+4

Response time11 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Reliant Home Services, LLC dba NorCal Grading and Land Clearing
Reliant Home Services, LLC dba NorCal Grading and Land Clearing
4.9(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Citrus Heights, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Offers commercial services

"I recently hired this landscaping team for minor grading and resloping work, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, they were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly detail-oriented. They took the time to assess the drainage issues on my property and clearly explained how regrading and adjusting the slope would help prevent water pooling. The work was completed efficiently, and the difference is night and day—no more standing water, and the yard looks clean, level, and well-finished. What really stood out was their attention to detail and pride in their work. They made sure everything was properly sloped, compacted, and blended seamlessly with the rest of the landscape. They also left the area spotless when they were done. If you need grading, resloping, or general landscaping work, I highly recommend this team. Honest, reliable, and top-quality results all around"
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Maranata Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Citrus Heights, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If you want to hire a company that will communicate with you, show up and work very hard to make your dreams come true, hire Jaime Hernandez of Maranata Landscaping Inc. Jaime and his crew did a top notch job in renovating our backyard. Our backyard is huge. It needed a total gut job and what we wanted and received was a beautiful and gorgeous drought tolerant backyard! Jaime has a keen eye when it comes to laying out the backyard with drought tolerant plants, bender board, pebbles, slate, river rock and bark plus the added benefit of Jaime asking us if we wanted certain things that we hadn't even thought about like accent lighting in our backyard. Yes, we do! I can't sing enough praises about Jaime and his crew! They were so easy to work with, so very trustworthy, always cleaned up after themselves, and I could go on and on. If you hire them, trust me, you will not be sorry. I am a very satisfied customer."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Cavanaugh Paving and Grading, Inc.
4.9(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Citrus Heights, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Completely professional and no nonsense. I regret that I cannot hire them at the moment due to budgetary constraints but they will be my go-to once I can secure the funds to pay them."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Greystone Landscape Services
Greystone Landscape Services
4.5(
30
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Citrus Heights, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Super happy with the cement work they did for me. Always on time, professional and I will definitely hire them again. It made such a difference in my back yard. Highly recommend Ricardo and Greystone!"
Gold River
Concrete Countertops
Concrete Countertop
Pergola
All Matching stainless steel

+16

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for Jacob Gregory Construction
Jacob Gregory Construction
5.0(
3
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Citrus Heights, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Incredible performance. Came in on time under budget. Great craftsmanship . I would hire him again 100 percent ! Demolished existing outhouse , dug new pit 5 feet deep , installed new concrete rebar enforced retaining wall , constructed brand new outhouse built to withstand 10 foot snow load in winter. The whole family loves it"
Retaining wall
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

After you successfully remove your boulder, you have a few options for what to do to get rid of it. You can rent a dumpster if your yard has many boulders or if you’re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on landscaping costs. A few ideas include using the boulder as a natural, abstract statue, breaking it into smaller pieces to line your garden bed, or offering it to a landscaping company that could reuse it for another project.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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