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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Arvada - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
4.7(
223
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Arvada, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AP Excavating installed a drinking post for our horses and replaced a water hydrant. Wonderful father and sons family business - great to work with them and their crew. I was impressed with the quality of work and their commitment to making sure they exceeded our expectations. I will be using them for our next projects: entry gate, trenching work and landscaping driveway island. Thank you AP Excavating!"
Pine Tree
Start of Project
AP Bucket Truck
Midway Point
Ground Work

+21

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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D & D Tree Service & Landscape
4.7(
105
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Arvada, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed some rework on our already landscaped backyard. D&D provided us with a beautiful "turf" lawn, reconfiguration of existing mulch and plants, new ornamental grasses and evergreen trees along the back fence, and repositioning of larger rocks. Professional, courteous and dedicated workers in every aspect. Let them make your backyard beautiful for the first time, or a refresh to make it enjoyable again."
dndtrees.com
Backyard Landscaping
Deck & Concrete
Summer Vibes
Response time1 day
184 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
Cruz Landscaping, LLC
4.6(
147
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Arvada, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"I highly recommend Cruz Landscaping. We needed to fix the negative drainage for our new house and I was struggling to find the right contractor for the job. Cruz immediately understood the drainage issue and thought of the big picture and how to combine grading, concrete and downspouts management to fix the issue. He also proposed different options to fit our budget instead of trying to upsell me. When it came to execution, they were flawless. Cruz and his son were on time every day, started when they said they would and ended when they said they would. Through the process they were very polite and communicative with me and my family. The owner himself was there every day. The final product looked even better than I expected, and you could tell they paid attention to details. The work spoke for itself, since one of my neighbors immediately hired them for a job! I am so glad I found this company and will use them again for future landscaping projects!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Empire Landscapes
Empire Landscapes
4.6(
65
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Arvada, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rich Che and the CNS Empire Landscape crew did fabulous improvements on our family home in Wheat Ridge. They corrected drainage on three sides of an addition so water flows away from the house instead of into the crawlspace; replaced 30 feet of exit pipe from the perimeter drain around the foundation of the addition; installed new sod; and removed weeds from landscaped rock areas in the front yard. The improvements look great. Shortly afterwards, I engaged an inspector to check the foundation. The inspector said he visits about 400 houses each year, and this drainage remediation is among the best he’s seen."
Driveways - Concrete Project
Concrete driveway replacement
Old leaning wood ties wall
Garage concrete floor
Landscaping Project

+214

Response time1 day
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Summit Landscaping LLC
Summit Landscaping LLC
4.8(
48
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Arvada, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Summit Landscaping to winterize my sprinkler system and I could not be happier with my choice. I told them that this was my first winter in the house so they were happy to walk me through everything they were doing so that I could learn as they worked. They were extremely friendly and pleasant to be around with out sacrificing any professionalism. I can't recommend them enough!"
Artificial Turf Installation
New Patio Area
Complete Overhauls
Artificial Turf Installation
Concrete Flatwork

+23

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for KAVOD Excavation LLC
KAVOD Excavation LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Arvada, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jake and John provided demolition services for a minor subdivision in Englewood. They did an outstanding job. The job was completed on time and on budget without any surprises. I am getting ready to build a minor subdivision on the lot where they completed the demolition work. I am happy to say that they will be doing the excavation, foundations, flat work and landscaping for this project. I highly recommend them because they do a great job, have high standards and are great communicators. Thank you Jake and John! www.Kavodx.com is the real deal."
Sedelia Custom home
Arvada custom home
Denver polo club
Ravenna custom home
Castle pines utilities

+2

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Wild Basin Landscape & Designs
Wild Basin Landscape & Designs
5.0(
19
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Arvada, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our experience with Larry of Wild Basin Ourdoors Landscaping and Designs was EXCELLENT. Larry is very knowledgable, skilled, hard working, reliable, and thorough. In addition, he is very patient when it comes to answering questions. We are also very grateful for the fact that he completed the job for us without going one bit over the pre-work estimate. We won't hesitate to use his services again for our next landscaping project."
Before removal
Black Mulch
Side Space
Side space 2
Front Bed

+27

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for RME Construction
RME Construction
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Arvada, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired them to do some manual excavation in my backyard. It was one of those small jobs that itâ s tough to find someone to do for you. Small perhaps for them, but huge for us. From the first phone call to the end of the job, customer service and communication was outstanding. As far as the work, they did a fantastic job - hauled away the excess dirt and cleaned the site. Highly recommend them, and I will certainly use them again for any future needs."
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Skunk digging looks like a series of small, cone-shaped holes on a lawn or around the perimeter of a home, porch, deck, or shed. The holes that skunks dig when searching for grubs tend to be no more than four inches in diameter and may be up to four inches deep.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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