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Last update on July 25, 2025
Excavation pros in Salida
With 20 years of experience in the industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from excavation and site prep to driveway install and landscaping. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Gunnison Valley Construction a call today, we look forward to working with you!
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Jeanie B on December 2019
With 20 years of experience in the industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from excavation and site prep to driveway install and landscaping. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Gunnison Valley Construction a call today, we look forward to working with you!
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Jeanie B on December 2019
Mountain Side Custom Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
Mountain Side Custom Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us, to provide a high quality service, at a fair, and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation, and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today, to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"They were faster and less expensive than they had estimated."
David B on July 2025
We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us, to provide a high quality service, at a fair, and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation, and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today, to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"They were faster and less expensive than they had estimated."
David B on July 2025
Brute Works is an excavating & earthmoving company serving the San Luis Valley and Arkansas River Valley in Colorado, based out of Saguache county.
"They did exceptional work for me twice. Communication, integrity, friendliness, follow through, high level expertise, speed and the overall job - were excellent."
Jonathan H on July 2024
Brute Works is an excavating & earthmoving company serving the San Luis Valley and Arkansas River Valley in Colorado, based out of Saguache county.
"They did exceptional work for me twice. Communication, integrity, friendliness, follow through, high level expertise, speed and the overall job - were excellent."
Jonathan H on July 2024
Brute Works is an excavating & earthworks company serving the San Luis Valley and Arkansas River Valley in Colorado, based out of Saguache county. We specialize in wet utility installation and trenching, foundation excavation, & high country earthworks.
Brute Works is an excavating & earthworks company serving the San Luis Valley and Arkansas River Valley in Colorado, based out of Saguache county. We specialize in wet utility installation and trenching, foundation excavation, & high country earthworks.
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"Awesome great folks to work with"
Jason B on May 2024
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"Awesome great folks to work with"
Jason B on May 2024
SG & CH 11 is a family-owned business specializing in small to large concrete projects and small to medium excavating projects. We do everything from houses to warehouses, colored and stamped concrete, and specialized retainer walls for any kind of client need.
SG & CH 11 is a family-owned business specializing in small to large concrete projects and small to medium excavating projects. We do everything from houses to warehouses, colored and stamped concrete, and specialized retainer walls for any kind of client need.
Rocky Mountain Land Scrapers is a family owned and operated business. It was founded by Brandon and Ally Kohl with 10 years of construction experience. We specialize in many things such as... - Land cleanup/scrape - Leveling ground - Clearing land & yard of debris - Zero scape landscaping - Concrete work; from pouring slabs to building retaining walls - Deck construction - Fence building & maintenance - Foreclosure clean-out - Storage Unit clean-out - Garbage Disposal - Dirt road maintenance Call or text today for more information and to schedule your estimate. Currently providing service in Fremont County, Custer County, Teller County, Chaffee County, Pueblo County, El Paso County, and more.
Rocky Mountain Land Scrapers is a family owned and operated business. It was founded by Brandon and Ally Kohl with 10 years of construction experience. We specialize in many things such as... - Land cleanup/scrape - Leveling ground - Clearing land & yard of debris - Zero scape landscaping - Concrete work; from pouring slabs to building retaining walls - Deck construction - Fence building & maintenance - Foreclosure clean-out - Storage Unit clean-out - Garbage Disposal - Dirt road maintenance Call or text today for more information and to schedule your estimate. Currently providing service in Fremont County, Custer County, Teller County, Chaffee County, Pueblo County, El Paso County, and more.
OverGrowth Clearing specializes in the removal of vegetation across western slope Colorado. Jobs such as opening land for more livestock/home development, clearing trees to capture better views, or simply cleaning up property's of trees or brush. We offer steady, reliable, honest work with negotiable prices with intent to satisfy both parties. We are very eager individuals with old school work ethics guaranteeing the job gets done.
OverGrowth Clearing specializes in the removal of vegetation across western slope Colorado. Jobs such as opening land for more livestock/home development, clearing trees to capture better views, or simply cleaning up property's of trees or brush. We offer steady, reliable, honest work with negotiable prices with intent to satisfy both parties. We are very eager individuals with old school work ethics guaranteeing the job gets done.
Highrise Environmental Services is a professional tree care and maintenance company that can help you achieve beautiful and sustainable healthy trees that are an asset to your property. We believe in providing quality services to our customers no matter what size their project is. Trees can be a hidden liability and ultimately cost property owners more than what they bargained for, especially if the damage was caused by dead, rotting or poorly maintained trees. Don't wait until it is too late to see the importance. Our current service areas are Rio Blanco and Moffat Counties. Call us for a quote today; our professionals at Highrise Environmental Services are ready to assist you with all your tree care needs. CUSTOMERS: RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL / AGRICULTURAL / INDUSTRIAL / GOVERNMENT
"It was good, they did a good job. The guys were very meticulous as well as the foreman and superintendent. I just enjoyed working with the guys. They came in on budget and on schedule."
Del F on February 2022
Highrise Environmental Services is a professional tree care and maintenance company that can help you achieve beautiful and sustainable healthy trees that are an asset to your property. We believe in providing quality services to our customers no matter what size their project is. Trees can be a hidden liability and ultimately cost property owners more than what they bargained for, especially if the damage was caused by dead, rotting or poorly maintained trees. Don't wait until it is too late to see the importance. Our current service areas are Rio Blanco and Moffat Counties. Call us for a quote today; our professionals at Highrise Environmental Services are ready to assist you with all your tree care needs. CUSTOMERS: RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL / AGRICULTURAL / INDUSTRIAL / GOVERNMENT
"It was good, they did a good job. The guys were very meticulous as well as the foreman and superintendent. I just enjoyed working with the guys. They came in on budget and on schedule."
Del F on February 2022
FAQs for excavation projects in Salida, CO
Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.
The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities.
When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.
The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type.
When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.
Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.
While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs.
In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.
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